Serving 750 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairfield Compass Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Compass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fairfield Compass Elementary School's student population of 750 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairfield Compass Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Compass Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1300 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
20%
7%
Black
34%
17%
White
24%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Compass Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfield Compass Elementary School is ranked #1300 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairfield Compass Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfield Compass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Compass Elementary School?
750 students attend Fairfield Compass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Fairfield Compass Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Compass Elementary School?
Fairfield Compass Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield Compass Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield Compass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fairfield Compass Elementary School part of?
Fairfield Compass Elementary School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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