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Parkersburg South High School

1511 Blizzard Dr, Parkersburg, WV 26101, United States
+1 (304) 420-9610
http://www.woodcountyschoolswv.com/o/psh
3.2
Overall Rating

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Parkersburg South High School Overview

About This School

Parkersburg South High School is a public high in Parkersburg, West Virginia, serving 1,373 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 49% in ELA, 21% in math, and 27% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 84 teachers earning an average salary of $53,896. Additionally, the staff includes one counselor for every 274 students. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The student body is 94% White, 2% Hispanic, 2% Two or More Races, 1% Asian, and 1% Black.

1,373
Total Students
Grade 9-12
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
84 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts49%
Mathematics21%
Science27%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Wood County
Students per Counselor
274:1

Parkersburg South High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

49%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 49%State Avg: 41%
21%
Mathematics
City Avg: 41%State Avg: 34%
27%
Science
City Avg: 34%State Avg: 29%

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.9:1
State Avg: 12.7:1
274
Students per Counselor

Parkersburg South High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
84

Average Teacher Salary

$53,896
City Avg: $53,896
State Avg: $58,405

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor274:1

Parkersburg South High School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.57%
Male
48.43%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,373 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White93.59%
Hispanic2.04%
Asian0.51%
Black1.38%
Two or More Races2.4%
Native American0%

Parkersburg South High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Parkersburg South High School

Q: What is Parkersburg South High School?

A: Parkersburg South High School is a high public located in Parkersburg.

Q: How many students attend Parkersburg South High School?

A: Parkersburg South High School has approximately 1,373 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkersburg South High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Parkersburg South High School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Parkersburg South High School

Parkersburg South High School is a public high in Parkersburg, West Virginia, serving 1,373 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 49% in ELA, 21% in math, and 27% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 84 teachers earning an average salary of $53,896. Additionally, the staff includes one counselor for every 274 students. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The student body is 94% White, 2% Hispanic, 2% Two or More Races, 1% Asian, and 1% Black.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Parkersburg South High School - Parkersburg, WV

Quick Facts about Parkersburg South High School
School NameParkersburg South High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location1511 Blizzard Dr, Parkersburg, WV 26101, Parkersburg, WV
CountyWood County
Phone+1 (304) 420-9610
Total Students1,373
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers84
Rating3.2/10
ELA Proficiency49%
Math Proficiency21%
Science Proficiency27%

Frequently Asked Questions about Parkersburg South High School

What is Parkersburg South High School?

Parkersburg South High School is a high public located in Parkersburg.

How many students attend Parkersburg South High School?

Parkersburg South High School has approximately 1,373 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkersburg South High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkersburg South High School is 16:1.

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