Best Schools in Fairview, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Fairview Elementary
Elementary · Buncombe County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$357,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$357,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fairview
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairview Elementary | 8.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.8/10
- Median household income
- $91,544
- Median home value
- $357,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fairview compares
Median household income
$92k
135% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Fairview, North Carolina
Fairview, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in Fairview perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Fairview is Fairview Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fairview is served by 1 school district: Buncombe County Schools. These districts collectively serve 22,172 students.
Fairview's community shows 45% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $91,544. The poverty rate in the area is 8.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 627 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 |
Schools in Fairview
Fairview, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$91,544
Median Home Value
$357,300
Median Rent
$1,256/mo
Population
7,213
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
Fairview has a median household income of $91,544. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $357,300, with a median rent of $1,256/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Fairview, North Carolina
How many schools are in Fairview, North Carolina?
Fairview has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fairview, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fairview is 8.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Fairview, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Fairview on MySchoolScout is Fairview Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fairview, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fairview on MySchoolScout is Fairview Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.
How many school districts serve Fairview, North Carolina?
Fairview is served by 1 school district: Buncombe County Schools.
What is the education level in Fairview, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Fairview have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fairview, North Carolina?
The median household income in Fairview is approximately $91,544 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fairview, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fairview is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fairview, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.