Hedgesville High School is located in Hedgesville, West Virginia, United States. Enrollment is around 1,300. Its mascot is the Eagle, and its colors are blue and gold.
Serving 1,407 students in grades 9-12, Hedgesville 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 11% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hedgesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Hedgesville High School's student population of 1,407 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1866
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Hedgesville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hedgesville High School is 0.45, 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
#356 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
2%
Black
8%
4%
White
73%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hedgesville High School's ranking?
Hedgesville High School is ranked #356 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hedgesville High School often compared to?
Hedgesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martinsburg 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hedgesville High School?
The graduation rate of Hedgesville High School is 96%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Hedgesville High School?
1,407 students attend Hedgesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hedgesville High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hedgesville High School?
Hedgesville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hedgesville High School offer ?
Hedgesville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hedgesville High School part of?
Hedgesville High School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
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