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#3 of 69 private schools in WV

Top 3% of private schools

Parkersburg Catholic High School

High School

3201 FAIRVIEW AVE, Parkersburg, WV 26104

Private

Enrollment

77

Student-Teacher

4.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

West Virginia private schools

#3 of 69

In Parkersburg

#1 of 4

public schools

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Parkersburg Catholic High School

8.3/10

High School in Parkersburg · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Parkersburg Catholic High School

Parkersburg Catholic High School is a private high school in Parkersburg, WV. Parkersburg Catholic High School serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkersburg Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 69 private schools in WV.

How it compares2.9 pts above WV schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • WV avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

At 77 students, Parkersburg Catholic High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.7:1 students to teachers, Parkersburg Catholic High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Parkersburg Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Parkersburg Catholic High School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Parkersburg, WV

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.7:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
77
This School
vs
787
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.4% vs 0%
Black 3.9% vs 0%
Asian 1.3% vs 0%
Parkersburg Catholic High School Parkersburg Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Parkersburg Catholic High School (this school) 8.3
Hamilton Middle School 7.7
Van Devender Middle School 6.5
Parkersburg High School 5.1
Parkersburg South High School 5.8
Edison Middle School 8.2
Blennerhassett Middle School 6.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WV.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,281
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 28%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Enrollment 77
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WV

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.4%
Pacific Islander 5.2%
Two or More 5.2%
Black 3.9%
Asian 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3201 FAIRVIEW AVE, Parkersburg, WV 26104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkersburg Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Belpre High School (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Belpre), a more accessible option. Another option is Parkersburg South High School (rated 5.8/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Parkersburg High School (rated 5.1/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Parkersburg, see our Parkersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg 0.3 mi 7.7
Emerson Elementary School Parkersburg 0.5 mi 7.2
Madison Elementary School Parkersburg 0.6 mi 8.9
Criss Elementary School Parkersburg 0.8 mi 8.4
NORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parkersburg 0.9 mi 5.9
Van Devender Middle School Parkersburg 1.1 mi 6.5
Parkersburg High School Parkersburg 1.2 mi 5.1
Jefferson Elementary Center Parkersburg 1.4 mi 7.5
PARKERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parkersburg 1.6 mi 6.2
PARKERSBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parkersburg 2.0 mi 6.7
Fairplains Elementary School Parkersburg 2.6 mi 8.3
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg 2.9 mi 5.8
Jackson Middle School Vienna 3.1 mi 7.7
Franklin Elementary Center Parkersburg 3.1 mi 7.8
Martin Elementary School Parkersburg 3.4 mi 5.6
Edison Middle School Parkersburg 3.5 mi 8.2
Neale Elementary School Vienna 3.2 mi 8.2
Belpre High School Belpre 2.9 mi 7.3
Vienna Elementary School Vienna 3.6 mi 8.9
Gihon Elementary School Parkersburg 3.6 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,695

Median Home Value

$164,600

Median Rent

$720/mo

Population

16,729

College Educated

25.5%

Homeownership

73.1%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

45.6

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School Rating
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Huntington, WV 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkersburg Catholic High School

What grades does Parkersburg Catholic High School serve?

Parkersburg Catholic High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Parkersburg Catholic High School?

Parkersburg Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkersburg Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkersburg Catholic High School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Parkersburg Catholic High School rank in WV?

Parkersburg Catholic High School ranks #3 of 69 private schools in WV.

What is Parkersburg Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkersburg Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Parkersburg Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Parkersburg Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Parkersburg Catholic High School a religious school?

Parkersburg Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
77
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
183 days
Setting
Small City
County
Wood County

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