Serving 62 students in grades 9-12, Fairfax Learning Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas 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% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfax Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fairfax Learning Center's student population of 62 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairfax Learning Center ranks within the top 20% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfax Learning Center is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 1264 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
53%
21%
Black
29%
6%
White
11%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfax Learning Center's ranking?
Fairfax Learning Center is ranked #180 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfax Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Fairfax Learning Center is 30-39%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fairfax Learning Center?
62 students attend Fairfax Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Fairfax Learning Center students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfax Learning Center?
Fairfax Learning Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairfax Learning Center offer ?
Fairfax Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fairfax Learning Center part of?
Fairfax Learning Center is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairfax Learning Center located?
Fairfax Learning Center is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast.
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