Serving 1,427 students in grades 9-12, Wheeling Park High School ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wheeling Park High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Wheeling, WV, encompassing approximately 109 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeling Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wheeling Park High School's student population of 1,427 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,427 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Rankings
Wheeling Park High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeling Park High School is 0.27, which is more 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
#211 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeling Park High School's ranking?
Wheeling Park High School is ranked #211 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheeling Park High School?
The graduation rate of Wheeling Park High School is 96%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Wheeling Park High School?
1,427 students attend Wheeling Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wheeling Park High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeling Park High School?
Wheeling Park High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheeling Park High School offer ?
Wheeling Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wheeling Park High School part of?
Wheeling Park High School is part of Ohio County Schools.
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