Hampshire High School is a public school in Romney, West Virginia that serves grades 9 through 12 and is a part of Hampshire County Schools under the auspices of the Hampshire County Board of Education. It is the only high school in Hampshire County.
Serving 740 students in grades 6-12, Hampshire Senior 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 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hampshire Senior High School's student population of 740 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
740 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
Black, White, Green
School Rankings
Hampshire Senior 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 Hampshire Senior High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Troy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampshire Senior High School's ranking?
Hampshire Senior High School is ranked #376 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampshire Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Hampshire Senior High School is 85%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Hampshire Senior High School?
740 students attend Hampshire Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hampshire Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampshire Senior High School?
Hampshire Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hampshire Senior High School offer ?
Hampshire Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hampshire Senior High School part of?
Hampshire Senior High School is part of Hampshire County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i love this school it is and always will be i am a freshman now but i have no plans of switching or moving so i plan to stay here for the next for years and put up with Mr.meadows but thats alright because he is a nice giving well organized principal so yea.... i do recommend this school.....peace
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