Serving 1,505 students in grades 9-12, Martinsburg High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martinsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Martinsburg High School's student population of 1,505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1883
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martinsburg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinsburg High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
15%
3%
Black
16%
4%
White
53%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Berkeley County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martinsburg High School's ranking?
Martinsburg High School is ranked #509 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Martinsburg High School often compared to?
Martinsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hedgesville High School, Musselman High School, Spring Mills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martinsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Martinsburg High School is 97%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Martinsburg High School?
1,505 students attend Martinsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Martinsburg High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martinsburg High School?
Martinsburg High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martinsburg High School offer ?
Martinsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martinsburg High School part of?
Martinsburg High School is part of Berkeley County Schools.
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