For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 589 students in 26847, WV.
The top ranked public high school in 26847, WV is Petersburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 26847 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 26847, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 26847 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is equal to the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Petersburg High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26847, WV Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Rank: #11.
Petersburg High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
207 Viking Drive
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1444
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1444
Gr: 7-12 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
South Branch Vocational School
Vocational School
401 Pierpont St
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1331
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1331
Gr: 7-12
26847, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
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Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 26847, WV?
The top ranked public high schools in 26847, WV include Petersburg High School.
How many public high schools are located in 26847?
2 public high schools are located in 26847.
What is the racial composition of students in 26847?
26847 public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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