Serving 1,518 students in grades 9-12, Parkersburg South High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkersburg South High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Parkersburg South High School's student population of 1,518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parkersburg South High School ranks within the top 30% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkersburg South 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 629 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkersburg South High School's ranking?
Parkersburg South High School is ranked #176 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Parkersburg South High School often compared to?
Parkersburg South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkersburg High School, Williamstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkersburg South High School?
The graduation rate of Parkersburg South High School is 94%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Parkersburg South High School?
1,518 students attend Parkersburg South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Parkersburg South High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkersburg South High School?
Parkersburg South 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 South High School offer ?
Parkersburg South High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkersburg South High School part of?
Parkersburg South High School is part of Wood County Schools School District.
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