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East Fairmont High School

High School · MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS

1993 Airport Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554

Enrollment

700

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#398 of 635

In Fairmont

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#14 of 19

MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS

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East Fairmont High School

5.8/10

High School in Fairmont · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.3/10

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5.0/10

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About East Fairmont High School

East Fairmont High School is a public high school in Fairmont, WV, part of MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS. East Fairmont High School serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. East Fairmont High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for East Fairmont High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • WV avg 5.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,106
Chronic Absenteeism19%

East Fairmont High School — Students at East Fairmont High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
32%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
27%
2019
Math
27%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How East Fairmont High School Compares

See how East Fairmont High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in WV
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1993 Airport Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Fairmont High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Fairmont Senior High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is North Marion High School (rated 5.6/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Farmington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Grafton High School (rated 4.9/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Grafton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fairmont, see our Fairmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Valley Elementary School Pleasant Valley 0.8 mi 9.3
Watson Elementary School Fairmont 0.9 mi 5.0
West Fairmont Middle School Fairmont 1.3 mi 6.3
Fairmont Senior High School Fairmont 1.9 mi 5.8
Jayenne Elementary School Fairmont 1.9 mi 8.1
White Hall Elementary School White Hall 2.5 mi 8.4
East Fairmont Middle School Fairmont 2.4 mi 6.5
FAIRMONT CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Fairmont 2.6 mi 5.6
East Park Elementary School Fairmont 2.8 mi 4.2
Barrackville Elementary/Middle School Barrackville 3.5 mi 8.4
Monongah Middle School Monongah 3.4 mi 6.5
Monongah Elementary School Monongah 3.7 mi 8.0
East Dale Elementary School Fairmont 4.3 mi 5.6
Rivesville Elementary/Middle School Rivesville 5.7 mi 6.0
West Taylor Elementary School Flemington 8.9 mi 9.2
Taylor County Middle School Grafton 8.8 mi 5.7
Big Elm Elementary School Shinnston 7.6 mi 7.0
North Marion High School Farmington 8.8 mi 5.6
Grafton High School Grafton 10.2 mi 4.9
Fairview Elementary School Fairview 11.0 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,271

Median Home Value

$181,800

Median Rent

$931/mo

Population

42,116

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Fairmont Senior High School Fairmont, WV 5.8
Robert C Byrd High School Clarksburg, WV 5.8
North Marion High School Farmington, WV 5.6
Ripley High School Ripley, WV 6.0
Shady Spring High Shady Spring, WV 5.6
Oak Glen High School New Cumberland, WV 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Fairmont High School

What grades does East Fairmont High School serve?

East Fairmont High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend East Fairmont High School?

East Fairmont High School has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Fairmont High School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Fairmont High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Fairmont High School rank in WV?

East Fairmont High School ranks #398 of 635 schools in WV.

What is East Fairmont High School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Fairmont High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Fairmont High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Fairmont High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Fairmont High School a charter school?

No, East Fairmont High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Fairmont High School a Title I school?

No, East Fairmont High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

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