Serving 112 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fountain Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 5% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountain Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fountain Primary School's student population of 112 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Fountain Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fountain Primary School is 0.10, 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
#129 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fountain Primary School's ranking?
Fountain Primary School is ranked #129 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Fountain Primary School?
112 students attend Fountain Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Fountain Primary School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountain Primary School?
Fountain Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fountain Primary School offer ?
Fountain Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fountain Primary School part of?
Fountain Primary School is part of Mineral County Schools School District.
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