Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairway Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairway Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairway Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairway Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#72 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
82%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairway Elementary School's ranking?
Fairway Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Fairway Elementary School often compared to?
Fairway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierremont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Fairway Elementary School?
382 students attend Fairway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Fairway Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairway Elementary School?
Fairway Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairway Elementary School offer ?
Fairway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fairway Elementary School part of?
Fairway Elementary School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairway Elementary School located?
Fairway Elementary School is located in the Grover neighborhood of Wildwood, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Grover.
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