Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairfax Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfax Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fairfax Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairfax Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfax Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
17%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfax Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfax Elementary School is ranked #666 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairfax Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfax Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellflower Elementary School, Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairfax Elementary School?
334 students attend Fairfax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Fairfax Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfax Elementary School?
Fairfax Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfax Elementary School offer ?
Fairfax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fairfax Elementary School part of?
Fairfax Elementary School is part of Mentor Exempted Village School District.
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