Serving 572 students in grades 9-12, Sissonville 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 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sissonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sissonville High School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Sissonville 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 Sissonville High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%

Black
1%
4%

White
97%
88%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
90-94%
91%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sissonville High School's ranking?
Sissonville High School is ranked #210 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Sissonville High School often compared to?
Sissonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Charleston High School, George Washington High School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sissonville High School?
The graduation rate of Sissonville High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Sissonville High School?
572 students attend Sissonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sissonville High School students are White, 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 Sissonville High School?
Sissonville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sissonville High School offer ?
Sissonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sissonville High School part of?
Sissonville High School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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