Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fairfield Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fairfield Elementary School's student population of 168 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairfield Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#38 out of 722 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
98%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfield Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Elementary School?
168 students attend Fairfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fairfield Elementary School students are White, and 2% 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 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairfield Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Fairfield Elementary School part of?
Fairfield Elementary School is part of Fairfield Elementary School District.
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