HURRICANE HIGH SCHOOL
HURRICANE HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Putnam County Schools school district, located in HURRICANE, WV with about 1,265 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 75 teachers, HURRICANE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
HURRICANE HIGH SCHOOL, located in the heart of the Teays Valley region of West Virginia, serves as a cornerstone of the Putnam County school system. Known for its strong commitment to both academic excellence and extracurricular engagement, the school provides a comprehensive educational experience for students in grades 9 through 12. Its campus on Teays Valley Road acts as a central hub for the local community, fostering a culture that emphasizes college and career readiness while maintaining a supportive environment for adolescent development.
The school is well-regarded for its robust athletic programs, spirited student body, and active involvement in local extracurricular activities, which help create a strong sense of school pride. By balancing a rigorous curriculum with diverse opportunities in arts, technology, and sports, HURRICANE HIGH SCHOOL aims to prepare its graduates to become productive, well-rounded members of their community. It remains a vital institution in the area, dedicated to the long-term success and growth of its students.
For more information, contact HURRICANE HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 562-3991 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HURRICANE, WV 25526
(304) 562-3991
HURRICANE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in HURRICANE, WV with about 1,265 enrolled students. See other public high schools in West Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Putnam County Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,265
- Teachers:
- 75
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- 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 1,265 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HURRICANE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.
- White
- 93.0%
- Black or African American
- 2.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.7%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.1%
- Male
- 48.9%
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.