Serving 1,466 students in grades 9-12, Martinsburg High School ranks in the bottom 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 14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martinsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Martinsburg High School's student population of 1,466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martinsburg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinsburg High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#504 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
2%
Black
18%
4%
White
55%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martinsburg High School's ranking?
Martinsburg High School is ranked #504 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Martinsburg High School often compared to?
Martinsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hedgesville High School, Spring Mills High School, Musselman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martinsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Martinsburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Martinsburg High School?
1,466 students attend Martinsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Martinsburg High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martinsburg High School?
Martinsburg High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martinsburg High School offer ?
Martinsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martinsburg High School part of?
Martinsburg High School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
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