Serving 636 students in grades 9-12, Philip Barbour High School Complex 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 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philip Barbour High School Complex's student population of 636 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philip Barbour High School Complex ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philip Barbour High School Complex is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philip Barbour High School Complex's ranking?
Philip Barbour High School Complex is ranked #274 out of 627 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philip Barbour High School Complex?
The graduation rate of Philip Barbour High School Complex is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Philip Barbour High School Complex?
636 students attend Philip Barbour High School Complex.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Philip Barbour High School Complex students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% 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 Philip Barbour High School Complex?
Philip Barbour High School Complex has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philip Barbour High School Complex offer ?
Philip Barbour High School Complex offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip Barbour High School Complex part of?
Philip Barbour High School Complex is part of Barbour County Board Of Education School District.
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