Serving 1,275 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Fairborn Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 64%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 1,275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Math Proficiency: 46%
- Reading Proficiency: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairborn Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fairborn Primary School's student population of 1,275 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Mascot
Skyhawk
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fairborn Primary School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
11%
17%
White
69%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Skyhawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairborn Primary School?
1,275 students attend Fairborn Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Fairborn Primary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairborn Primary School?
Fairborn Primary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairborn Primary School offer ?
Fairborn Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairborn Primary School part of?
Fairborn Primary School is part of Fairborn City School District.
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