Monongah Middle School

550 Camden Ave
Fairmont, WV 26554
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 212 students in grades 5-8, Monongah Middle 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 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than 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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 212 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 30% in WV
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Monongah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Monongah Middle School's student population of 212 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students

School Rankings

Monongah Middle 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 Middle School is 0.12, 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)
#158 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
42%
34%
48%
41%
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monongah Middle School's ranking?
Monongah Middle School is ranked #158 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Monongah Middle School often compared to?
Monongah Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mannington Middle School, Fairview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Monongah Middle School?
212 students attend Monongah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Monongah Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monongah Middle School?
Monongah Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monongah Middle School offer ?
Monongah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monongah Middle School part of?
Monongah Middle School is part of Marion County Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 212 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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