Serving 386 students in grades 7-12, Pendleton County Middle/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 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pendleton County Middle/High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Franklin, WV, covering approximately 698.1 square miles. The area is characterized by a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 21 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pendleton County Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pendleton County Middle/high School's student population of 386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pendleton County Middle/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 Pendleton County Middle/high School is 0.17, 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
#526 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
91%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pendleton County Middle/high School's ranking?
Pendleton County Middle/high School is ranked #526 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pendleton County Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Pendleton County Middle/high School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Pendleton County Middle/high School?
386 students attend Pendleton County Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pendleton County Middle/high School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pendleton County Middle/high School?
Pendleton County Middle/high School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pendleton County Middle/high School offer ?
Pendleton County Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pendleton County Middle/high School part of?
Pendleton County Middle/high School is part of Pendleton County Schools.
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