Serving 718 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fairview South Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairview South Elementary School serves the entire district of Skokie, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically have a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance being about 1.3 miles from the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairview South Elementary School's student population of 718 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
718 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Fairview South Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview South Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#529 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview South Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview South Elementary School is ranked #529 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fairview South Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jane Stenson School, Lincoln Jr High School, Edgebrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fairview South Elementary School?
718 students attend Fairview South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Fairview South Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview South Elementary School?
Fairview South Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairview South Elementary School offer ?
Fairview South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Fairview South Elementary School part of?
Fairview South Elementary School is part of Fairview SD 72 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School 1st-8th (Half Day)
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day - No emergency days used
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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