Blennerhassett Middle School vs Parkersburg South High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Virginia, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blennerhassett Middle School
Parkersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
534 students
Parkersburg South High School
Parkersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,373 students
| Measure | Blennerhassett Middle School Parkersburg, West Virginia | Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 110 | #75 of 110 |
| National rank | #9857 of 15,369 | #13849 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 534 | 1,373 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 1,373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 23% |
| city | Parkersburg | Parkersburg |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Blennerhassett Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.8 vs 27.6).
- •Blennerhassett Middle School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 23%).
- •Parkersburg South High School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 17.8).
- •Parkersburg South High School is the larger school with 1,373 students compared with 534.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Blennerhassett Middle School better than Parkersburg South High School?
On the Success Index (US), Blennerhassett Middle School ranks higher (39.8 vs 27.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Blennerhassett Middle School and Parkersburg South High School?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Parkersburg and Parkersburg in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blennerhassett Middle School: 534. Parkersburg South High School: 1,373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blennerhassett Middle School and Parkersburg South High School rank in West Virginia?
Blennerhassett Middle School is 76th of 110 and Parkersburg South High School is 75th of 110 among middle schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).