Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fairlawn Elementary School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Each Child, Every Day!
School Rankings
Fairlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairlawn Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#386 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
38%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Fairlawn Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fairlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Fairlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morningside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fairlawn Elementary School?
646 students attend Fairlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Fairlawn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairlawn Elementary School?
Fairlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairlawn Elementary School offer ?
Fairlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairlawn Elementary School part of?
Fairlawn Elementary School is part of St. Lucie School District.
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