For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,429 students in 26554, WV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26554, WV are Monongah Middle School, East Fairmont Middle School and West Fairmont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 26554 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26554, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26554, WV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monongah Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
550 Camden Ave
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2164
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2164
Gr: 5-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
East Fairmont Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
221 Mason St
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2123
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2123
Gr: 5-8 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
West Fairmont Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
110 10th St
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 366-5631
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 366-5631
Gr: 5-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Barnes Learning Center (Alc)
Alternative School
100 Naomi St
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2127
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2127
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 26554, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26554, WV include Monongah Middle School, East Fairmont Middle School and West Fairmont Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26554?
4 public middle schools are located in 26554.
What is the racial composition of students in 26554?
26554 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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