Hurricane High School is a public high school located in Hurricane, West Virginia, United States. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 and is one of four high schools operated by Putnam County Schools.
Serving 1,228 students in grades 9-12, Hurricane High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hurricane High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hurricane High School's student population of 1,228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Hurricane High School ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurricane High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
90%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurricane High School's ranking?
Hurricane High School is ranked #116 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hurricane High School often compared to?
Hurricane High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hurricane High School?
The graduation rate of Hurricane High School is 98%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Hurricane High School?
1,228 students attend Hurricane High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hurricane High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurricane High School?
Hurricane High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hurricane High School offer ?
Hurricane High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hurricane High School part of?
Hurricane High School is part of Putnam County Schools School District.
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