Serving 162 students in grades 4-8, Fairview Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fairview Middle School's student population of 162 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairview Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Middle School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
99%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Middle School's ranking?
Fairview Middle School is ranked #84 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Fairview Middle School often compared to?
Fairview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mannington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Fairview Middle School?
162 students attend Fairview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Fairview Middle School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairview Middle School?
Fairview Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairview Middle School offer ?
Fairview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairview Middle School part of?
Fairview Middle School is part of Marion County Schools School District.
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