Serving 1,332 students in grades 9-12, Hurricane High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 1,332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hurricane High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hurricane High School's student population of 1,332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hurricane High School ranks within the top 10% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurricane High School is 0.15, 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
#62 out of 629 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
92%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Hurricane High School's ranking?
Hurricane High School is ranked #62 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hurricane High School often compared to?
Hurricane High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hurricane High School?
The graduation rate of Hurricane High School is 97%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hurricane High School?
1,332 students attend Hurricane High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hurricane High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurricane High School?
Hurricane High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hurricane High School offer ?
Hurricane High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hurricane High School part of?
Hurricane High School is part of Putnam County Schools School District.
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