East Dale Elementary School

57 E Dale Rd
Fairmont, WV 26554
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, East Dale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 362 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 20% in WV
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Dale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

East Dale Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

East Dale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Dale Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#95 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
50-54%
32%
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Dale Elementary School's ranking?
East Dale Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are East Dale Elementary School often compared to?
East Dale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flemington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend East Dale Elementary School?
362 students attend East Dale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Dale Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Dale Elementary School?
East Dale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Dale Elementary School offer ?
East Dale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Dale Elementary School part of?
East Dale Elementary School is part of Marion County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 362 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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