Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Fairview Primary ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fairview Primary's student population of 267 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairview Primary ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Primary is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
96%
15%
White
1%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Primary's ranking?
Fairview Primary is ranked #239 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Fairview Primary often compared to?
Fairview Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Townsend Elementary School, Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Fairview Primary?
267 students attend Fairview Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Fairview Primary students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairview Primary?
Fairview Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairview Primary offer ?
Fairview Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Fairview Primary part of?
Fairview Primary is part of Jennings School District.
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