Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairview Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairview Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 2733 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Foxes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview Elementary School is ranked #3 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
387 students attend Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Fairview Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairview Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairview Elementary School part of?
Fairview Elementary School is part of Fox Chapel Area School District.
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