Serving 1,550 students in grades 9-12, Wheeling Park 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 27% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeling Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wheeling Park High School's student population of 1,550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheeling Park 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 Wheeling Park High School is 0.27, which is more 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
#134 out of 629 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
85%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeling Park High School's ranking?
Wheeling Park High School is ranked #134 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheeling Park High School?
The graduation rate of Wheeling Park High School is 97%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wheeling Park High School?
1,550 students attend Wheeling Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wheeling Park High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheeling Park High School?
Wheeling Park High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheeling Park High School offer ?
Wheeling Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeling Park High School part of?
Wheeling Park High School is part of Ohio County Schools School District.
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