Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairfield Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fairfield Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairfield Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Elementary School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 1196 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
36%
25%
Black
2%
3%
White
53%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfield Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Fairfield Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Elementary School?
333 students attend Fairfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Fairfield Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Elementary School?
Fairfield Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Elementary School part of?
Fairfield Elementary School is part of Bethel SD 52 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairfield Elementary School located?
Fairfield Elementary School is located in the Bethel Danebo neighborhood of Eugene, OR. There are 6 other public schools located in Bethel Danebo.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
It is a FANTASTIC school! The teachers are dedicated and dependable. I have only good things to say about Fairfield. :D
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