Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairplains Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairplains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fairplains Elementary School's student population of 162 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairplains Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairplains Elementary School is 0.11, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairplains Elementary School's ranking?
Fairplains Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Fairplains Elementary School often compared to?
Fairplains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gihon Elementary School, Franklin Elementary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Fairplains Elementary School?
162 students attend Fairplains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fairplains Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairplains Elementary School?
Fairplains Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairplains Elementary School offer ?
Fairplains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairplains Elementary School part of?
Fairplains Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools School District.
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