Best Public Schools in Fairmont, WV


Summary:

The city of Fairmont, West Virginia is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. These schools serve students across the city and are part of the Marion County Schools district, which is ranked 9th out of 55 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in Fairmont are Jayenne Elementary School, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, and East Dale Elementary School, another high-performing elementary school that ranks in the top 25% of elementary schools in West Virginia. At the high school level, Fairmont Senior High School is the top-ranked high school in the Fairmont area, placing in the top 15% of high schools statewide.

While the elementary and middle schools in Fairmont generally outperform state and county averages on standardized tests, there is a noticeable gap in performance between the lower and upper grades. Additionally, schools with more diverse student populations, such as West Fairmont Middle School and Watson Elementary School, tend to have lower overall performance compared to their more homogeneous counterparts. Continued investment and a focus on equity will be key to ensuring all Fairmont students have access to a high-quality education.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the West Virginia Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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