Serving 995 students in grades 7-12, Point Pleasant Junior/senior 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 17% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Point Pleasant High School serves the northeast part of its school district in Point Pleasant, WV, covering an extensive area of approximately 301.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 22.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School's student population of 995 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
995 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Point Pleasant Junior/senior 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 Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School is 0.10, 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
#442 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
95%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School is ranked #442 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School often compared to?
Point Pleasant Junior/senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wahama Junior/senior High School, Hannan Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School?
995 students attend Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School?
Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School offer ?
Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School part of?
Point Pleasant Junior/senior High School is part of Mason County Schools.
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