Monongah Elementary School

628 Walnut Street
Fairmont, WV 26554
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8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Monongah Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 30% in WV
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Monongah Elementary School's student population of 247 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
247 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Monongah Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monongah Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
This School
State Level (WV)
#163 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
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40-44%
34%
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45-49%
41%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
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Black
1%
4%
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White
93%
88%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.13
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monongah Elementary School's ranking?
Monongah Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Monongah Elementary School often compared to?
Monongah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jayenne Elementary School, White Hall Elementary 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 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Monongah Elementary School?
247 students attend Monongah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Monongah Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monongah Elementary School?
Monongah Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monongah Elementary School offer ?
Monongah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monongah Elementary School part of?
Monongah Elementary School is part of Marion County Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 247 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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