Serving 677 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairfield South Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield South Elementary School serves the southwest part of Fairfield, OH, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being about 2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfield South Elementary School's student population of 677 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairfield South Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield South Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#820 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield South Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfield South Elementary School is ranked #820 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairfield South Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfield South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield West Elementary School, Fairfield East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairfield South Elementary School?
677 students attend Fairfield South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fairfield South Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield South Elementary School?
Fairfield South Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield South Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield South Elementary School part of?
Fairfield South Elementary School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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