Bluefield High School is a public secondary school in Bluefield, West Virginia, United States. It is part of Mercer County Public Schools and is located at 535 West Cumberland Road. As of the 2018-2019 school year, enrollment was 609 students.
Serving 639 students in grades 9-12, Bluefield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluefield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bluefield High School's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1903
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Bluefield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluefield High School is 0.51, which is more 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
#442 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
25%
4%
White
65%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bluefield Beaver
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluefield High School's ranking?
Bluefield High School is ranked #442 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Bluefield High School often compared to?
Bluefield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pikeview High School, Montcalm High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bluefield High School?
The graduation rate of Bluefield High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Bluefield High School?
639 students attend Bluefield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bluefield High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluefield High School?
Bluefield High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluefield High School offer ?
Bluefield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bluefield High School part of?
Bluefield High School is part of Mercer County Schools School District.
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