FAIRMONT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

821 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Fairmont Senior High School, located in Fairmont, West Virginia, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the students of Marion County. As a school with deep roots in the local community, it is widely recognized for its long-standing academic traditions and its role as a hub for student development in the region. The campus, situated on Loop Park Drive, offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce, maintaining a balance between core academic subjects and elective opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, Fairmont Senior is perhaps best known for its spirited culture and strong emphasis on extracurricular engagement. The school boasts a rich history of athletic success, particularly in sports like football and basketball, which serve as major community events that foster significant school pride. With a diverse array of clubs, organizations, and arts programs, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages students to pursue their interests, develop leadership skills, and contribute positively to the Fairmont community.

821

Total Students

48.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FAIRMONT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	663
Hispanic	17
Black	72
Asian	16
Two or More	50
Pacific Islander	3

White
663 (80.8 %)
Black
72 (8.8 %)
Two or More
50 (6.1 %)
Hispanic
17 (2.1 %)
Asian
16 (1.9 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS
Phone:	(304)367-2150
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	821
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	48.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 243

Grade 10 222

Grade 11 179

Grade 12 177