Serving 249 students in grades 1-2, Fairview Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Attendance Zone: Fairview Park Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Spencer, IA school district, covering approximately 168.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairview Park Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fairview Park Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Fairview Park Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Clay Central-everly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Fairview Park Elementary School?
249 students attend Fairview Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Fairview Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Park Elementary School?
Fairview Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairview Park Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairview Park Elementary School part of?
Fairview Park Elementary School is part of Spencer Comm School District.
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