Serving 463 students in grades 2-5, Fairview Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairview Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#916 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview Elementary School is ranked #916 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fairview Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lions Park Elementary School, Indian Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
463 students attend Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Fairview Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairview Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Fairview Elementary School part of?
Fairview Elementary School is part of Mount Prospect SD 57 School District.
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