BLUEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
BLUEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Mercer County Schools school district, located in BLUEFIELD, WV with about 636 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 41 teachers, BLUEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
BLUEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL, located at 535 W. Cumberland Road in Bluefield, West Virginia, is a central educational institution serving the Mercer County community. As a school with deep roots in the region, it plays a vital role in the academic and social development of local students, offering a comprehensive high school curriculum designed to prepare them for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its strong community spirit and its commitment to fostering an environment where students can balance their studies with extracurricular activities.
Beyond its academic offerings, BLUEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL is widely recognized for its rich tradition of school pride, particularly within its athletics and performing arts programs. The school serves as a focal point for the community, with many local residents rallying behind the "Beavers" during interscholastic competitions. By combining a long-standing history with a focus on modern student engagement, the school strives to instill a sense of heritage and purpose in its graduates, helping them navigate their transitions into adulthood while remaining connected to the Bluefield community.
For more information, contact BLUEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 325-9116 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BLUEFIELD, WV 24701-4654
(304) 325-9116
BLUEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in BLUEFIELD, WV with about 636 enrolled students. See other public high schools in West Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Mercer County Schools
- Total Students:
- 636
- Teachers:
- 41.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 636 students
- White
- 68.1%
- Black or African American
- 28.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.7%
- Male
- 53.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.