Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairington 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fairington Elementary School's student population of 566 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairington Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2126 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
92%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairington Elementary School's ranking?
Fairington Elementary School is ranked #2126 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fairington Elementary School often compared to?
Fairington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School, Flat Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Fairington Elementary School?
566 students attend Fairington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Fairington Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairington Elementary School?
Fairington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairington Elementary School offer ?
Fairington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fairington Elementary School part of?
Fairington Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (2nd Semester)
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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