Magnolia High School

601 Maple Avenue
New Martinsville, WV 26155
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 343 students in grades 9-12, Magnolia 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 20-24% (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 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 343 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Magnolia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Magnolia High School's student population of 343 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Magnolia High School 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 Magnolia High School 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.
This School
State Level (WV)
#309 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Magnolia High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
20-24%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
25-29%
28%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
3%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Magnolia High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Magnolia High School and the percentage of Black public school students in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
95%
89%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Magnolia High School and the percentage of White public school students in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Magnolia High School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in West Virginia.
0.10
This chart displays the diversity score of Magnolia High School and the public school average diversity score of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
90-94%
91%
This chart displays graduation rate of Magnolia High School and public school graduation rate of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Magnolia High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Magnolia High School's ranking?
Magnolia High School is ranked #309 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Magnolia High School often compared to?
Magnolia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paden City High School, Tyler Consolidated High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Magnolia High School?
The graduation rate of Magnolia High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Magnolia High School?
343 students attend Magnolia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Magnolia High School students are White, 3% 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 Magnolia High School?
Magnolia High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magnolia High School offer ?
Magnolia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnolia High School part of?
Magnolia High School is part of Wetzel County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   8/29/2013
I graduated in 1975 and would like to say thank you Magnolia faculty for a great education. The discipline and hard work ethic you taught me will remain with me through my years. I can honestly say I enjoyed my time with you.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - edque

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 343 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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