Serving 971 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairmount Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairmount Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fairmount Elementary School's student population of 971 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
971 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairmount Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairmount Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#291 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
7%
15%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmount Elementary School's ranking?
Fairmount Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Fairmount Elementary School often compared to?
Fairmount Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duello Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Fairmount Elementary School?
971 students attend Fairmount Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Fairmount Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairmount Elementary School?
Fairmount Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairmount Elementary School offer ?
Fairmount Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairmount Elementary School part of?
Fairmount Elementary School is part of Francis Howell R-III School District.
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