Serving 1,013 students in grades 9-12, Greenbrier East 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 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenbrier East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Greenbrier East High School's student population of 1,013 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Spartans
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Greenbrier East 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 Greenbrier East High School is 0.19, 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)
30-34%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
90%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Greenbrier East High School's ranking?
Greenbrier East 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 Greenbrier East High School often compared to?
Greenbrier East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooke High School, John Marshall 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 Greenbrier East High School?
The graduation rate of Greenbrier East High School is 87%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Greenbrier East High School?
1,013 students attend Greenbrier East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Greenbrier East High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenbrier East High School?
Greenbrier East High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenbrier East High School offer ?
Greenbrier East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenbrier East High School part of?
Greenbrier East High School is part of Greenbrier County Schools School District.
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