Serving 739 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairforest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairforest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fairforest Elementary School's student population of 739 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Fairforest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairforest Elementary School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#594 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
15%
31%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairforest Elementary School's ranking?
Fairforest Elementary School is ranked #594 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fairforest Elementary School often compared to?
Fairforest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boiling Springs Elementary School, Roebuck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Fairforest Elementary School?
739 students attend Fairforest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Fairforest Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairforest Elementary School?
Fairforest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairforest Elementary School offer ?
Fairforest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairforest Elementary School part of?
Fairforest Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 06 School District.
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