Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Fairfield Area Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Area El Sch's attendance zone is located in Fairfield, PA, covering the entire school district over an area of approximately 61.7 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fairfield Area Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Students First!
School Rankings
Fairfield Area Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Area Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#829 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Area Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfield Area Elementary School is ranked #829 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fairfield Area Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfield Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Twp Elementary School, Conewago Twp Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Area Elementary School?
346 students attend Fairfield Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Fairfield Area Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Area Elementary School?
Fairfield Area Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairfield Area Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Area Elementary School part of?
Fairfield Area Elementary School is part of Fairfield Area School District.
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