"The Only Place Economic Development Comes Before Education is in the Dictionary"
Public schools in West Virginia are administered by the county and enthusiastically supported by the citizens. Currently, Berkeley County Schools provides the following number of schools:
Berkeley County continues to lead the state in West Virginia school districts with the most National Board Certified Teachers.
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- 16 Primary Schools
- 6 Intermediate Schools
- 6 Middle Schools
- 4 High Schools
- Universal Pre-K program
- 1 Tri-County Vocational School
Berkeley County is home to a number of quality private schools, including Faith Christian Academy (Pre-K-12); Martinsburg Christian Academy (Pre-K-12); Rocky Knoll Seventh Day Adventist Elementary (Pre-K -8); and St. Joseph’s Catholic School (Pre-K-8).
James Rumsey Technical Institute serves the Eastern Panhandle and is dedicated to training high school students, high school graduates, and others who are interested in employment in vocational, technical and industrial career fields. Accredited through the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, James Rumsey offers include Automotive Technology, Criminal Justice, Graphic Communications, Masonry, and Welding. James Rumsey is home to the Regional Printing Institute, an educational collaborative program offered with Blue Ridge Community and Technical College.
Higher Education & Trade Schools
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Shepherd University, a state sponsored, accredited co-educational school located seven miles east of Martinsburg in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Currently serving over 4,000 students, Shepherd’s undergraduate program has offerings in over 75 different fields of study, including Accounting, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Engineering, Information Science and Math. Shepherd also offers graduate coursework in five different technical areas. You can also find out more about our Martinsburg Center atwww.MartinsburgCenter.info, a nationally accredited school by the Accrediting Commission, Distance Education and Training Council.
Blue Ridge Community & Technical College is a state-supported institution within the West Virginia Community and Technical College system. Blue Ridge offers over 40 associate degree and certification programs in areas such as Emergency Medical, Allied Health, Fire Safety, Nursing, Business, Technology, Paralegal, and General Studies. Their programs cater to high school students interested in getting a head start on their college education, as well as career-oriented adults who want to change careers. Many of their courses are now available online to allow flexibility and convenience. Blue Ridge also provides a range of Workforce Development solutions for businesses in the region.
allows local residents to receive broad based medical education, with an emphasis on family medicine, primary care, and rural healthcare. The Eastern Division provides direct clinical experience to third and fourth-year medical students. Partnerships with Marshall University School of Medicine, West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Shepherd University, and Potomac State College help improve quality and access of healthcare to residents of the Eastern Panhandle.
Valley College has been established for over 36 years and is nationally accredited by ACCSC. In 2018 it was named a School of Distinction by ACCSC. The Martinsburg campus enrolls for the following programs:
Associates Degree in Nursing and Medical Clinical Assistant which are blended programs; some courses are on ground and some are online.
Delivered 100% online – Medical Administrative Assistant (Diploma), Medical Front Office, Billing and Coding (Diploma), Information Technology and Network Administration (Diploma), Information Technology and Security Administration (Diploma) Business Administration (AAB and BS), Cybersecurity (AAS and BS) and Health Services Administration (AAB and BS)
Blue Ridge Community & Technical College
In an environment focused on affordability and achievement, Blue Ridge offers associate degrees, certificates, and certification training in information technology, culinary arts, engineering, liberal arts, business administration, and allied health fields.
James Rumsey Technical Institute
James Rumsey Technical Institute dedicated faculty and staff bring experience and innovation to the learning experience. High school students have the opportunity to enroll in one of our 1 programs which offer industry credentialing.
