Serving 345 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fairwood Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairwood Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2020 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
32%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairwood Elementary School's ranking?
Fairwood Elementary School is ranked #2020 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fairwood Elementary School often compared to?
Fairwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Mayne Elementary School, Harder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fairwood Elementary School?
345 students attend Fairwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Fairwood Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairwood Elementary School?
Fairwood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Fairwood Elementary School offer ?
Fairwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fairwood Elementary School part of?
Fairwood Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairwood Elementary School located?
Fairwood Elementary School is located in the Lakewood neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood.
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Date
Students' Last Day
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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