Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fairfax Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfax Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fairfax Elementary School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Fairfax Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfax Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6218 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfax Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfax Elementary School is ranked #6218 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fairfax Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfax Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roger Anton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fairfax Elementary School?
323 students attend Fairfax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Fairfax Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfax Elementary School?
Fairfax Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fairfax Elementary School offer ?
Fairfax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Fairfax Elementary School part of?
Fairfax Elementary School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairfax Elementary School located?
Fairfax Elementary School is located in the Pacific neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacific.
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