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#487 of 635 schools in WV

Brooke High School

High School · BROOKE COUNTY SCHOOLS

29 Bruin Dr #610, Wellsburg, WV 26070

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

967

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

967

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#487 of 635

In Wellsburg

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

BROOKE COUNTY SCHOOLS

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About Brooke High School

Brooke High School is a public high school in Wellsburg, WV, part of BROOKE COUNTY SCHOOLS. Brooke High School serves approximately 967 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooke High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #487 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Brooke High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below WV schools

5.0

This school 5.0 · Average
WV avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Brooke High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress5.4Average25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-0.67 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics3.2Needs Improvement25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-17.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile13th

College Readiness7.2Very Good30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate92%

AP Participation12.2%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$16,381

Chronic Absenteeism50.8%

Brooke High School — Students at Brooke High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 25 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

48%

ELA

40%

2010

Math

43%

ELA

36%

2011

Math

46%

ELA

35%

2012

Math

41%

ELA

38%

2013

Math

37%

ELA

34%

2014

Math

27%

ELA

57%

2015

Math

20%

2016

Math

16%

ELA

60%

2017

Math

17%

ELA

47%

2018

Math

22%

2019

Math

22%

2020*

Math

22%

ELA

57%

2021*

Math

22%

ELA

57%

2022

Math

17%

ELA

42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.

How Brooke High School Compares

See how Brooke High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.0/10

24th percentile in WV

Academic

3.2/10

Needs Improvement

Growth

5.4/10

Average

Environment

3.6/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.9

Sports

7 boys' · 8 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

66 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

50.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered

12.2% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics15sports offered

7 boys'·8 girls'·15 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

29 Bruin Dr #610, Wellsburg, WV 26070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooke High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Steubenville High School (rated 9.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Steubenville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Weir High School (rated 5.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Weirton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wellsburg, see our Wellsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Brooke Middle School Wellsburg	0.2 mi	662	4.7
Brooke Primary School North Follansbee	1.5 mi	250	5.9
Brooke Intermediate School North Follansbee	1.9 mi	163	9.4
Brooke Primary School South Wellsburg	2.2 mi	204	6.9
Hills Elementary School Mingo Junction	3.2 mi	371	7.2
Brooke Intermediate School South Wellsburg	3.3 mi	92	5.8
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 Mingo Junction	3.4 mi	259	5.3
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 Mingo Junction	3.4 mi	258	5.5
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wellsburg	3.5 mi	16	—
Buckeye North Elementary School Brilliant	3.8 mi	277	7.8
Steubenville High School Steubenville	4.4 mi	721	9.0
Wells Academy Steubenville	4.4 mi	338	8.3
McKinley STEM Academy Steubenville	4.5 mi	176	6.8
East Garfield Elementary School Steubenville	4.9 mi	353	9.0
Harding Middle School Steubenville	5.3 mi	785	8.5
ST PAULS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirton	6.7 mi	105	5.6
Weir High School Weirton	7.1 mi	570	5.4
Weir Middle School Weirton	7.1 mi	538	6.9
BISHOP JOHN KING MUSSIO ELEMENTARY Steubenville	6.3 mi	279	6.0
Pugliese Elementary West Steubenville	6.6 mi	473	9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,729

Median Home Value

$126,900

Median Rent

$552/mo

Population

7,951

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

48.9

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Nitro High School Nitro, WV	798	5.0
Elkins High School Elkins, WV	740	4.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooke High School

What grades does Brooke High School serve?

Brooke High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brooke High School?

Brooke High School has an enrollment of approximately 967 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooke High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooke High School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooke High School rank in WV?

Brooke High School ranks #487 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Brooke High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooke High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brooke High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooke High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brooke High School a charter school?

No, Brooke High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooke High School a Title I school?

No, Brooke High School is not currently a Title I school.