Serving 582 students in grades 7-12, Petersburg 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% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher 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 (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petersburg High School's student population of 582 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
582 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Viking Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Petersburg 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 Petersburg 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
#476 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petersburg High School's ranking?
Petersburg High School is ranked #476 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Petersburg High School?
The graduation rate of Petersburg High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Petersburg High School?
582 students attend Petersburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Petersburg High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petersburg High School?
Petersburg High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Petersburg High School offer ?
Petersburg High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Petersburg High School part of?
Petersburg High School is part of Grant County Schools.
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