Serving 344 students in grades 9-12, South Harrison 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 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Harrison High School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Harrison 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 South Harrison High School is 0.08, 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
#293 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 South Harrison High School's ranking?
South Harrison High School is ranked #293 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are South Harrison High School often compared to?
South Harrison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert C Byrd High School, Bridgeport High School, South Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of South Harrison High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Harrison High School?
344 students attend South Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Harrison High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Harrison High School?
South Harrison High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Harrison High School offer ?
South Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Harrison High School part of?
South Harrison High School is part of Harrison County Schools School District.
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