Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Watson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 35-39% (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 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watson Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fairmont, WV, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school edge being around 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watson Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Watson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watson Elementary School is 0.43, which is more 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
#393 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
8%
4%
White
74%
87%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
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 Watson Elementary School's ranking?
Watson Elementary School is ranked #393 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Watson Elementary School often compared to?
Watson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jayenne Elementary School, White Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Watson Elementary School?
383 students attend Watson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Watson Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watson Elementary School?
Watson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Watson Elementary School offer ?
Watson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Watson Elementary School part of?
Watson Elementary School is part of Marion County Schools.
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