East Fairmont High School vs Nicholas County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in West Virginia, United States, 139 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Fairmont High School
Fairmont · Public high · Grades 9–12
725 students
Nicholas County High School
Summersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
708 students
| Measure | East Fairmont High School Fairmont, West Virginia | Nicholas County High School Summersville, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 110 | #93 of 110 |
| National rank | #13221 of 16,910 | #14578 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 725 | 708 |
| Enrollment | 725 | 708 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Fairmont | Summersville |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Fairmont High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 24.0).
- •East Fairmont High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •East Fairmont High School is the larger school with 725 students compared with 708.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is East Fairmont High School better than Nicholas County High School?
On the Success Index (US), East Fairmont High School ranks higher (30.5 vs 24.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are East Fairmont High School and Nicholas County High School?
About 139 km in a straight line, between Fairmont and Summersville in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Fairmont High School: 725. Nicholas County High School: 708. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Fairmont High School and Nicholas County High School rank in West Virginia?
East Fairmont High School is 63rd of 110 and Nicholas County High School is 93rd of 110 among high schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).