Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fairmont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairmont Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of New Albany, IN, covering approximately 149 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fairmont Elementary School's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Fairmont Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairmont Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#641 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
15%
Black
17%
14%
White
34%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmont Elementary School's ranking?
Fairmont Elementary School is ranked #641 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fairmont Elementary School often compared to?
Fairmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School, S Ellen Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Fairmont Elementary School?
334 students attend Fairmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Fairmont Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairmont Elementary School?
Fairmont Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fairmont Elementary School offer ?
Fairmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairmont Elementary School part of?
Fairmont Elementary School is part of New Albany-Floyd Co Con School District.
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