For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,866 students in 26101, WV.
The top-ranked public high schools in 26101, WV are Parkersburg South High School and Parkersburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 26101 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 26101, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 26101 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Parkersburg South High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26101, WV Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkersburg South High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1511 Blizzard Dr
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9610
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9610
Gr: 9-12 | 1,373 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Parkersburg High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2101 Dudley Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9595
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9595
Gr: 9-12 | 1,491 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Summit Success Center
Alternative School
2507 9th Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 893-9737
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 893-9737
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Wood Co Voc Tech Center
Vocational School
1515 Blizzard Dr
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9501
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9501
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 26101, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in 26101, WV include Parkersburg South High School and Parkersburg High School.
How many public high schools are located in 26101?
4 public high schools are located in 26101.
What is the racial composition of students in 26101?
26101 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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