Bridgeport High School is a four-year public high school located in the city of Bridgeport, West Virginia, United States, in Harrison County. It operates as part of the county of the Harrison County School District. The current BHS building opened in 1969 and sits on the 21-acre campus.
Serving 817 students in grades 9-12, Bridgeport High School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bridgeport High School's student population of 817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
817 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Bridgeport High School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeport High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
89%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeport High School's ranking?
Bridgeport High School is ranked #63 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Bridgeport High School often compared to?
Bridgeport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert C Byrd High School, Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bridgeport High School?
The graduation rate of Bridgeport High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Bridgeport High School?
817 students attend Bridgeport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bridgeport High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgeport High School?
Bridgeport High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridgeport High School offer ?
Bridgeport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bridgeport High School part of?
Bridgeport High School is part of Harrison County Schools.
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