The Parkersburg High School is a secondary school located in Parkersburg, West Virginia, United States. It serves grades nine through twelve, and is part of the Wood County School District. As of the 2023-2024 school year, the school has 1,552 students. Its partner in education is DuPont.
Serving 1,491 students in grades 9-12, Parkersburg High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkersburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Parkersburg High School's student population of 1,491 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1867
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Campus Size
1 city block
School Rankings
Parkersburg High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkersburg High School is 0.21, which is less 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
#255 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
3%
4%
White
89%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wood County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Big Red Indian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkersburg High School's ranking?
Parkersburg High School is ranked #255 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Parkersburg High School often compared to?
Parkersburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkersburg South High School, Williamstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkersburg High School?
The graduation rate of Parkersburg High School is 88%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Parkersburg High School?
1,491 students attend Parkersburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Parkersburg High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkersburg High School?
Parkersburg High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkersburg High School offer ?
Parkersburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkersburg High School part of?
Parkersburg High School is part of Wood County Schools.
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