Serving 598 students in grades 5-8, Fairview Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fairview Middle School's student population of 598 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Fairview Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
85%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Middle School's ranking?
Fairview Middle School is ranked #625 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fairview Middle School often compared to?
Fairview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Creek Middle School, Harbor Creek Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fairview Middle School?
598 students attend Fairview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Fairview Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairview Middle School?
Fairview Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairview Middle School offer ?
Fairview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairview Middle School part of?
Fairview Middle School is part of Fairview School District.
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