Serving 806 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairfield Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fairfield Central Elementary School's student population of 806 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Fairfield Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Central Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1589 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
39%
8%
Black
30%
17%
White
20%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Central Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfield Central Elementary School is ranked #1589 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairfield Central Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfield Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield West Elementary School, Linden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Central Elementary School?
806 students attend Fairfield Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Fairfield Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Central Elementary School?
Fairfield Central Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield Central Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Central Elementary School part of?
Fairfield Central Elementary School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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