Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Fairfield Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fairfield Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
511 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Fairfield 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 Fairfield Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#964 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%

Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%

Hispanic
12%
8%

Black
25%
17%

White
46%
66%

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
26%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfield Elementary School is ranked #964 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Elementary School?
511 students attend Fairfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fairfield Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Elementary School?
Fairfield Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Fairfield Elementary School part of?
Fairfield Elementary School is part of Pickerington Local School District.
School Reviews
2 9/26/2007
Academic program expects the youngerster to be entering into college. Way too much homework and lessons have to be learned quickly or the student will fall behind. Extracurricular activites are ok, it's a good break for the kids from the class room. Awards are only given to those students that 'fit' the Pickerington model. Rich, trendy, children can not be children. If parents are too involved then you will be sent to the principals office. If you are a plus size parent, you will be frowned upon and comments will be made to you. We are raising children, not model-robots.
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