Serving 652 students in grades 9-12, Berkeley Springs 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Berkeley Springs High School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berkeley Springs 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 Berkeley Springs High School is 0.10, 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
#151 out of 629 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Berkeley Springs High School's ranking?
Berkeley Springs High School is ranked #151 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?
25-29% 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 Berkeley Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Berkeley Springs High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Berkeley Springs High School?
652 students attend Berkeley Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Berkeley Springs High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Springs High School?
Berkeley Springs High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berkeley Springs High School offer ?
Berkeley Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkeley Springs High School part of?
Berkeley Springs High School is part of Morgan County Schools School District.
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