Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fairhill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairhill Elementary serves the northeast part of Fairfax, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairhill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fairhill Elementary School's student population of 566 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
We Are FC
School Rankings
Fairhill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairhill Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#355 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
8%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairhill Elementary School's ranking?
Fairhill Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Fairhill Elementary School often compared to?
Fairhill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mantua Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Fairhill Elementary School?
566 students attend Fairhill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Fairhill Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairhill Elementary School?
Fairhill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairhill Elementary School offer ?
Fairhill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairhill Elementary School part of?
Fairhill Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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