Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Fairview Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairview Elementary serves the northeast part of Carthage, MO, covering an area of approximately 26.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fairview Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Fairview Elementary! At Fairview we believe teaching and learning should be fun!
School Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1031 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview Elementary School is ranked #1031 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Fairview Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbian Elementary School, Steadley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
444 students attend Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fairview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairview Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairview Elementary School part of?
Fairview Elementary School is part of Carthage R-IX School District.
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