Serving 738 students in grades 5-8, East Fairmont Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Fairmont Middle School's student population of 738 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Fairmont Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Fairmont Middle School is 0.12, which is less 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
#216 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
94%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Fairmont Middle School's ranking?
East Fairmont Middle School is ranked #216 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are East Fairmont Middle School often compared to?
East Fairmont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West 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 28% WV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend East Fairmont Middle School?
738 students attend East Fairmont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of East Fairmont Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Fairmont Middle School?
East Fairmont Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Fairmont Middle School offer ?
East Fairmont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Fairmont Middle School part of?
East Fairmont Middle School is part of Marion County Schools School District.
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