Serving 592 students in grades 5-8, West Fairmont Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Fairmont Middle School serves the southeast part of Fairmont, WV, covering an area of approximately 91.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Fairmont Middle School's student population of 592 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
592 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Fairmont Middle 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 West Fairmont Middle School is 0.41, 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
#367 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purpose, Pride, Perspective in the Pursuit of Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fairmont Middle School's ranking?
West Fairmont Middle School is ranked #367 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are West Fairmont Middle School often compared to?
West Fairmont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Fairmont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend West Fairmont Middle School?
592 students attend West Fairmont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Fairmont Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Fairmont Middle School?
West Fairmont Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Fairmont Middle School offer ?
West Fairmont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Fairmont Middle School part of?
West Fairmont Middle School is part of Marion County Schools.
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