Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairbanks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairbanks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairbanks Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairbanks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairbanks Elementary School is 0.12, which is less 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
#155 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Fairbanks Elementary School's ranking?
Fairbanks Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairbanks Elementary School often compared to?
Fairbanks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plain City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairbanks Elementary School?
450 students attend Fairbanks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fairbanks Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairbanks Elementary School?
Fairbanks Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairbanks Elementary School offer ?
Fairbanks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairbanks Elementary School part of?
Fairbanks Elementary School is part of Fairbanks Local School District.
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