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#564 of 635 schools in WV

East Park Elementary School

Elementary School · MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS

1025 Fairfax St, Fairmont, WV 26554

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#564 of 635

In Fairmont

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#19 of 19

MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS

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East Park Elementary School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Fairmont · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

East Fairmont Middle School

6.5/10

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5.6/10

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About East Park Elementary School

East Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fairmont, WV, part of MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS. East Park Elementary School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. East Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #564 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for East Park Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at East Park Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-7.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.8% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,106
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

East Park Elementary School — Students at East Park Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 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
42%
ELA
33%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
2019
Math
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
50.2%
ELA
51.4%
2025
Math
46.7%
ELA
40.8%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How East Park Elementary School Compares

See how East Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
11th percentile in WV
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

Location

1025 Fairfax St, Fairmont, WV 26554

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Valley Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Taylor Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Flemington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Barrackville Elementary/Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Barrackville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairmont, see our Fairmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi
School Distance Rating
East Fairmont Middle School Fairmont 0.5 mi 6.5
FAIRMONT CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Fairmont 1.1 mi 5.6
East Dale Elementary School Fairmont 1.6 mi 5.6
West Fairmont Middle School Fairmont 1.7 mi 6.3
Pleasant Valley Elementary School Pleasant Valley 2.0 mi 9.3
Fairmont Senior High School Fairmont 1.9 mi 5.8
East Fairmont High School Fairmont 2.8 mi 5.8
Watson Elementary School Fairmont 2.7 mi 5.0
Barrackville Elementary/Middle School Barrackville 2.8 mi 8.4
Rivesville Elementary/Middle School Rivesville 3.5 mi 6.0
Jayenne Elementary School Fairmont 3.0 mi 8.1
White Hall Elementary School White Hall 5.2 mi 8.4
Monongah Middle School Monongah 5.3 mi 6.5
Monongah Elementary School Monongah 5.5 mi 8.0
Taylor County Middle School Grafton 10.0 mi 5.7
West Taylor Elementary School Flemington 11.1 mi 9.2
Grafton High School Grafton 10.9 mi 4.9
Anna Jarvis Elementary School Grafton 10.8 mi 4.3
Fairview Elementary School Fairview 10.3 mi 6.2
Fairview Middle School Fairview 10.4 mi 7.1

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

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Belington Elementary Belington, WV 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Park Elementary School

What grades does East Park Elementary School serve?

East Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend East Park Elementary School?

East Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Park Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Park Elementary School rank in WV?

East Park Elementary School ranks #564 of 635 schools in WV.

What is East Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Park Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is East Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, East Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

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