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#273 of 635 schools in WV

Top 43% in state

Magnolia High School

High School · WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS

601 Maple Ave, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#273 of 635

In New Martinsville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

High School in New Martinsville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Magnolia High School

Magnolia High School is a public high school in New Martinsville, WV, part of WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Magnolia High School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Magnolia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Magnolia High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WV avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Magnolia 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 Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation10.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,536
Chronic Absenteeism32.5%

Magnolia High School — Students at Magnolia High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2015
Math
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
22%
2019
Math
22%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Magnolia High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in WV
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
10.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·3 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

601 Maple Ave, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Magnolia High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Paden City High School (rated 8.2/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Paden City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swiss Hills Career Center (rated 7.2/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Woodsfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tyler Consolidated High School (rated 6.5/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Sistersville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Martinsville, see our New Martinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.4 mi
School Distance Rating
River Elementary School Hannibal 2.0 mi 7.0
River High School Hannibal 2.0 mi 5.0
New Martinsville School New Martinsville 2.4 mi 7.8
Paden City Elementary School Paden City 4.2 mi 6.4
Paden City High School Paden City 4.7 mi 8.2
Tyler Consolidated Middle School Sistersville 8.9 mi 8.3
Tyler Consolidated High School Sistersville 8.9 mi 6.5
Short Line School Reader 8.9 mi 4.0
Swiss Hills Career Center Woodsfield 9.5 mi 7.2
Sistersville Elementary School Sistersville 9.7 mi 4.7
Arthur I Boreman Elementary School Middlebourne 11.8 mi 9.4
Valley High School Pine Grove 11.3 mi 5.1
Powhatan Elementary School Powhatan Point 15.8 mi 6.4
Matamoras Elementary School New Matamoras 14.0 mi 6.4
Washington Lands Elementary School Moundsville 17.5 mi 8.4
Beallsville Elementary School Beallsville 16.4 mi 7.8
Beallsville High School Beallsville 16.4 mi 5.6
ST SYLVESTERS CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodsfield 15.6 mi 6.1
ST SYLVESTER CENTRAL SCHOOL Woodsfield 15.7 mi 6.6
Monroe Central High School Woodsfield 16.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,747

Median Home Value

$123,000

Median Rent

$701/mo

Population

7,715

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Meadow Bridge High Meadow Bridge, WV 6.8
Tyler Consolidated High School Sistersville, WV 6.5
Ritchie County High School Ellenboro, WV 6.4
Cameron High School Cameron, WV 7.3
South Harrison High School Lost Creek, WV 6.2
Pocahontas County High School Dunmore, WV 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Magnolia High School

What grades does Magnolia High School serve?

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

How many students attend Magnolia High School?

Magnolia High School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Magnolia High School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Magnolia High School rank in WV?

Magnolia High School ranks #273 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Magnolia High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Magnolia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Magnolia High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Magnolia High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Magnolia High School a charter school?

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

Is Magnolia High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wetzel County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.5%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
2,205
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,536
District Rank
#3 of 8

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