Magnolia High School

601 Maple Avenue
New Martinsville, WV 26155
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 381 students in grades 9-12, Magnolia 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 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 381 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Magnolia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Magnolia High School's student population of 381 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Rankings

Magnolia High School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WV)
#313 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
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20-24%
28%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
40-44%
40%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
3%
2%
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Black
1%
4%
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White
94%
89%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.12
This chart display the diversity score of Magnolia High School and the public school average diversity score of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥95%
90%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Magnolia High School's ranking?
Magnolia High School is ranked #313 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Magnolia High School often compared to?
Magnolia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paden City High School, Tyler Consolidated High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnolia High School?
The graduation rate of Magnolia High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Magnolia High School?
381 students attend Magnolia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Magnolia High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnolia High School?
Magnolia High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magnolia High School offer ?
Magnolia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnolia High School part of?
Magnolia High School is part of Wetzel County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   8/29/2013
I graduated in 1975 and would like to say thank you Magnolia faculty for a great education. The discipline and hard work ethic you taught me will remain with me through my years. I can honestly say I enjoyed my time with you.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - edque

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 381 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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