Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairview Elementary School's student population of 597 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
597 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1844 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Hispanic
18%
19%

Black
63%
36%

White
13%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
59%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview Elementary School is ranked #1844 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fairview Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flint Hill Elementary School, Live Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
597 students attend Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fairview Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairview Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fairview Elementary School part of?
Fairview Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release Day
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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