Serving 350 students in grades 9-12, Greenbrier West High School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenbrier West High School's student population of 350 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Greenbrier West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenbrier West High School is 0.08, 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
#481 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Cavaliers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenbrier West High School's ranking?
Greenbrier West High School is ranked #481 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenbrier West High School?
The graduation rate of Greenbrier West High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Greenbrier West High School?
350 students attend Greenbrier West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Greenbrier West High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenbrier West High School?
Greenbrier West High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenbrier West High School offer ?
Greenbrier West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenbrier West High School part of?
Greenbrier West High School is part of Greenbrier County Schools.
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