Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairless 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 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairless Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairless Elementary School's student population of 596 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairless 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 Fairless Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#846 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairless Elementary School's ranking?
Fairless Elementary School is ranked #846 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairless Elementary School often compared to?
Fairless Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amherst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairless Elementary School?
596 students attend Fairless Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Fairless Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairless Elementary School?
Fairless Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairless Elementary School offer ?
Fairless Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fairless Elementary School part of?
Fairless Elementary School is part of Fairless Local School District.
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