Fairplain Elementary School vs Marsh Fork Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 97 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairplain Elementary School
Ripley · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
152 students
Marsh Fork Elementary
Rock Creek · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
152 students
| Measure | Fairplain Elementary School Ripley, West Virginia | Marsh Fork Elementary Rock Creek, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #36 of 390 | #341 of 390 |
| National rank | #9300 of 50,301 | #35342 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 152 | 152 |
| Enrollment | 152 | 152 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 32% |
| city | Ripley | Rock Creek |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairplain Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 34.9).
- •Fairplain Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 32%).
- •Marsh Fork Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.2).
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 Fairplain Elementary School better than Marsh Fork Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fairplain Elementary School ranks higher (72.9 vs 34.9 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 Fairplain Elementary School and Marsh Fork Elementary?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Ripley and Rock Creek in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairplain Elementary School: 152. Marsh Fork Elementary: 152. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairplain Elementary School and Marsh Fork Elementary rank in West Virginia?
Fairplain Elementary School is 36th of 390 and Marsh Fork Elementary is 341st of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).