For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 589 students in Philippi, WV.
The top ranked public high school in Philippi, WV is Philip Barbour High School Complex. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Philippi, WV public high school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Philippi have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public high schools.
Philippi, WV public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the West Virginia average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Philip Barbour High School Complex, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Philippi, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Philip Barbour High School Complex
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
99 Horseshoe Dr
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-1360
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-1360
Grades: 9-12
| 589 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Philippi, WV?
The top ranked public high schools in Philippi, WV include Philip Barbour High School Complex.
How many public high schools are located in Philippi?
1 public high schools are located in Philippi.
What is the racial composition of students in Philippi?
Philippi public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
Recent Articles

Sexual Harassment at Age 6: The Tale of a First Grade Suspension
A six-year old in Aurora, Colorado, was suspended after singing an LMFAO song to a little girl in his class and reportedly “shaking his booty.” We look at the case and the sexual harassment problem in public schools today.

How Scaffolding Could Change the Way Your Child Learns
This article explores the concept of instructional scaffolding, a teaching method that enhances learning by breaking down complex tasks into manageable parts. It highlights how scaffolding supports students in developing critical thinking skills and becoming more independent learners. The article discusses the benefits of scaffolding, including improved engagement and reduced anxiety, and provides strategies for its implementation across various educational levels.

February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.