Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Monongah Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Monongah Elementary School serves the southwest part of Fairmont, WV, covering an area of approximately 37.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monongah Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monongah 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 Monongah Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#163 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Monongah Elementary School's ranking?
Monongah Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Monongah Elementary School often compared to?
Monongah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jayenne Elementary School, Blackshere Elementary School, White Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Monongah Elementary School?
266 students attend Monongah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Monongah Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monongah Elementary School?
Monongah Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monongah Elementary School offer ?
Monongah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monongah Elementary School part of?
Monongah Elementary School is part of Marion County Schools.
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