Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fairview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fairview Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1622 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
46%
14%
Black
12%
9%
White
32%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview Elementary School is ranked #1622 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Fairview Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
628 students attend Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fairview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairview Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairview Elementary School part of?
Fairview Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairview Elementary School located?
Fairview Elementary School is located in the Fairview neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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