Martinsburg High School vs Parkersburg High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in West Virginia, United States, 308 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Martinsburg High School
Martinsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,505 students
Parkersburg High School
Parkersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,491 students
| Measure | Martinsburg High School Martinsburg, West Virginia | Parkersburg High School Parkersburg, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #78 of 110 | #70 of 110 |
| National rank | #13929 of 16,910 | #13465 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,505 | 1,491 |
| Enrollment | 1,505 | 1,491 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 26% |
| city | Martinsburg | Parkersburg |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkersburg High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 27.2).
- •Parkersburg High School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 20%).
- •Martinsburg High School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 17.1).
- •Martinsburg High School is the larger school with 1,505 students compared with 1,491.
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 Martinsburg High School better than Parkersburg High School?
On the Success Index (US), Parkersburg High School ranks higher (29.4 vs 27.2 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 Martinsburg High School and Parkersburg High School?
About 308 km in a straight line, between Martinsburg and Parkersburg in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Martinsburg High School: 1,505. Parkersburg High School: 1,491. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Martinsburg High School and Parkersburg High School rank in West Virginia?
Martinsburg High School is 78th of 110 and Parkersburg High School is 70th of 110 among high schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).