Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairwood Elementary serves the eastern part of Sunnyvale, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairwood Elementary School's student population of 324 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Lead Together and Inspire Change
School Rankings
Fairwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairwood Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1748 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairwood Elementary School's ranking?
Fairwood Elementary School is ranked #1748 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fairwood Elementary School often compared to?
Fairwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Mayne Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School, Harder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fairwood Elementary School?
324 students attend Fairwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Fairwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairwood Elementary School?
Fairwood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fairwood Elementary School offer ?
Fairwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fairwood Elementary School part of?
Fairwood Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairwood Elementary School located?
Fairwood Elementary School is located in the Lakewood neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood.
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