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Education

Bridgeport High School
515 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
 
Phone Numbers: (304) 842-3693 or (304) 326-7137
 
Principal: Mrs. Renee Mathews
 
http://www.wvonline.com/bhs/
 
Notable: BHS has had the highest standardized test scores in Harrison County for the last 12 years and posted the highest scores on the WestTest in the state. They have also been named a West Virginia Exemplary School every year the award has been given; the only school in the state to do so.
 
The present building opened in 1963, and since that time, three major additions have been added to accommodate the increasing enrollment. The latest addition contains two state-of-the-art computer labs. These labs, plus the Technology Opportunity Center school/community lab provided by the US Department of Education and the West Virginia High Tech Consortium, will allow BHS students to be comfortable in the 21st century.
 
Bridgeport Middle School
413 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
 
Phone Numbers: (304) 326-7142 or (304) 842-6251
 
Principal: Mr. Gary Oldaker
 
http://www.harcoboe.com/bms/
 
Notable: Our school facility, completed in the spring of 1995, houses grades 6-8 with an enrollment of 560 students. Following the middle school concept, each grade level has a designated pod of classrooms, computer lab, and a team of teachers.
A technology-rich environment, BMS offers students access to computers in all classrooms as well as eight computer labs, which are maintained by an on-site technology coordinator. The library/media center is under the supervision of a full-time library/media specialist.
 
Simpson Elementary School
250 Worthington Drive
Bridgeport, WV 26330
 
Phone Number: (304) 326-7060
 
Principal: Mr. Todd Rubenstein 
 
http://www.harcoboe.com/ses/
 
Notable: Simpson Elementary School was built in 1909, and was the original Bridgeport High School. It became an elementary school when a new high school was built. A multipurpose room was added and is used as our cafeteria, gymnasium and auditorium. With growth, a new wing was built in 1975, which currently houses our K-2 classrooms and our computer lab. Many renovations have taken place over the years. The newest addition is finished and will house 10 new classrooms and a new office complex.Simpson Elementary was also named a 2011 Exemplary School.
 
Johnson Elementary School
521-23 Johnson Avenue
Bridgeport, WV 26330
 
Phone Number: (304) 326-7109
 
Principal: Mrs. Heather Holbert
 
http://www.harcoboe.com/jes/
 
Notable: The original Johnson Elementary was built in the 1950s and was demolished this year. The new multi-million dollar, two-story Johnson Elementary School was open to the community at the start of the 2018-19 school year. The main structure is still situated on a campus that includes Bridgeport High School and Bridgeport Middle School.  It was named a 2011 West Virginia Exemplary School.
 
 
Heritage Christian School
225 Newton Street
Bridgeport, WV  26330
 
Phone Number: (304) 842-1740
 
Administrator: Mr. Tony Etris
 
Web site: http://www.hcswv.org/
 
Notable:  Heritage Christian School serves families from four counties and more than 45 different churches. HCS... where caring, qualified teachers, Christ-centered curriculum, character development and a loving environment emulate family values for the nearly 150 preschool through high school students served.
 
 
 
West Virginia Junior College
176 Thompson Dr.
Bridgeport, WV 26330
 
Phone number: (304) 842-4007
 
Director: Sharron Stephens
 
Web site: http://www.wvjc.edu/
 

Bridgeport Students James Hadjis, Victoria Singzon Representing BHS at Governor's Honors Academy

Posted on July 18, 2025

Two Bridgeport High School students are among this year’s West Virginia Governor’s Honors Academy that began J...

From Golden Sands to Gold and Blue: A Detailed Look at the 27th President of WVU, Michael T. Benson

Posted on July 15, 2025

Michael T. Benson never planned on trading beach breezes for the hills of Morgantown. But life—and leadership&md...

Two with Bridgeport Ties, Anthony Webster along with Kevin Ellis, on WVU Alumni Association's Board

Posted on July 14, 2025

Four West Virginia University alumni and one current student are the newest members of the WVU Alumni Association Board of...

First-Ever Cattle Battle Coming to Area as Fundraiser for Bridgeport FFA Alumni and Supporters

Posted on July 12, 2025

A first-of-its-kind event that will benefit the Bridgeport FFA Alumni and Supporters will take place July 18-19 on Jerry D...

Harrison County Schools Lists Open House Dates

Posted on July 12, 2025

The Harrison County School System has announced the dates and times for open houses in the public school system for the up...

State BOE Elects Paul Hardesty as its New President; Bridgeport's Victor Gabriel Re-Elected Vice President

Posted on July 09, 2025

The West Virginia Board of Education (WVBE) elected L. Paul Hardesty as president during its meeting in Charleston today....

Glenville State University President Dr. Mark Manchin Sets Center Stone in New Campus Amphitheater

Posted on July 09, 2025

Glenville State University reached a key milestone in the construction of its new campus amphitheater Wednesday, July...

BHS, Harrison County Students are Participant's in the 2025 State Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar

Posted on July 08, 2025

More than 110 rising juniors from across West Virginia gathered at Fairmont State University for the 2025 West Virgini...

Massive $2.7 School Project in Bridgeport Completion Date Pushed Back, but Major Progress Set to Begin

Posted on July 07, 2025

A $2.7 million public school project will take a little longer to complete, but is moving ahead, according to a Harris...

Bridgeport High School Thespians have Eventful Trip to International Thespian Festival in Indiana

Posted on July 06, 2025

The Bridgeport High School thespians have returned from the International Thespian Festival, where they performed their aw...

A Look at 2025-26 Harrison County School Calendar

Posted on July 05, 2025

With summer in full swing, school days may still be a distant thought. However, for those already making plans to see what...

Former Bridgeport Resident Among Five Individuals Inducted into WVU's Prestigious Order of Vandalia

Posted on June 28, 2025

In recognition of their loyalty and service to West Virginia University, five Mountaineers were inducted into the Order of...

Several Bridgeport, Harrison County Students Named to Fairmont State President's, Dean's Lists

Posted on June 22, 2025

More than 1,000 Fairmont State University baccalaureate students have been honored for their academic achievements thr...

City Trio and BHS Alums Strakal, Thomas, and Minor All Earn Doctorates in Physical Therapy from WVU

Posted on May 24, 2025

Three former Bridgeport High School students - Caleb Strakal, John Thomas, and Michael Minor - have been friends for over...

BHS 2019 Grad Vincent Pinti Continues to Make Mark at University of Michigan; Featured in Medicaid Piece

Posted on May 23, 2025

FROM THE GERALD R. FORD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN   If you ask Vincent Pinti (M...
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