Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fair-oak Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fair-Oak Elementary serves the southern part of Westminster, SC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 85.6 square miles. Families in the area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fair-oak Elementary School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Motto
Empowering Students to Open the World Through Education!
School Rankings
Fair-oak Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fair-oak Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#504 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
2%
31%
White
85%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fair-oak Elementary School's ranking?
Fair-oak Elementary School is ranked #504 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fair-oak Elementary School often compared to?
Fair-oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Park Elementary School, Blue Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Fair-oak Elementary School?
583 students attend Fair-oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Fair-oak Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fair-oak Elementary School?
Fair-oak Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fair-oak Elementary School offer ?
Fair-oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fair-oak Elementary School part of?
Fair-oak Elementary School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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