Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fairfield Elementary Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Elementary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fairfield Elementary Academy's student population of 467 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Fairfield Elementary Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Elementary Academy is 0.27, 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
#3116 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
84%
28%
Black
15%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
38%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Elementary Academy's ranking?
Fairfield Elementary Academy is ranked #3116 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fairfield Elementary Academy often compared to?
Fairfield Elementary Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Marquette Elementary School, Carson 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 28% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Elementary Academy?
467 students attend Fairfield Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Fairfield Elementary Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Elementary Academy?
Fairfield Elementary Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairfield Elementary Academy offer ?
Fairfield Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Fairfield Elementary Academy part of?
Fairfield Elementary Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairfield Elementary Academy located?
Fairfield Elementary Academy is located in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 10 other public schools located in Chicago Lawn.
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