Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-4, East Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Park Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fairmont, WV, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles, with typical travel times of 5 to 10 minutes from various locations within the zone. The furthest edge of the zone is about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Park Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Park Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#147 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Park Elementary School's ranking?
East Park Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are East Park Elementary School often compared to?
East Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Dale Elementary School, Jayenne Elementary School, Fairview 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 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend East Park Elementary School?
321 students attend East Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of East Park Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Park Elementary School?
East Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Park Elementary School offer ?
East Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Park Elementary School part of?
East Park Elementary School is part of Marion County Schools.
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