Serving 629 students in grades 5-8, West Fairmont Middle 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 31% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Fairmont Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Fairmont Middle School's student population of 629 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Fairmont Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Fairmont Middle School is 0.41, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#352 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
11%
4%
White
76%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fairmont Middle School's ranking?
West Fairmont Middle School is ranked #352 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are West Fairmont Middle School often compared to?
West Fairmont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Fairmont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend West Fairmont Middle School?
629 students attend West Fairmont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Fairmont Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Fairmont Middle School?
West Fairmont Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Fairmont Middle School offer ?
West Fairmont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Fairmont Middle School part of?
West Fairmont Middle School is part of Marion County Schools School District.
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