Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairview Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairview Elementary School serves the northeast part of Cullman, AL, covering an area of approximately 63.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairview Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#340 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
31%
White
79%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Aggies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Fairview Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Pond Elementary School, Cold Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
601 students attend Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Fairview Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairview Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairview Elementary School part of?
Fairview Elementary School is part of Cullman County School District.
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