Best Schools in Fairchild Afb, Washington
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Michael Anderson Elementary School
Elementary · Medical Lake School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Income
$69,825
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Income
$69,825
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Fairchild Afb schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Fairchild Afb
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 | Michael Anderson Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $69,825
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 1%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Fairchild Afb compares
Median household income
$70k
78% of Washington median
About Schools in Fairchild Afb, Washington
Fairchild Afb, Washington is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Fairchild Afb 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 Fairchild Afb is Michael Anderson Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fairchild Afb is served by 1 school district: Medical Lake School District. These districts collectively serve 1,861 students.
Fairchild Afb's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,825. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.
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 | 498 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
Schools in Fairchild Afb
Fairchild Afb, Washington · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,825
Median Rent
$1,681/mo
Population
3,016
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
1%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Fairchild Afb has a median household income of $69,825. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Fairchild Afb, Washington
How many schools are in Fairchild Afb, Washington?
Fairchild Afb has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fairchild Afb, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fairchild Afb is 8.2 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 Fairchild Afb, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Fairchild Afb on MySchoolScout is Michael Anderson Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fairchild Afb, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fairchild Afb on MySchoolScout is Michael Anderson Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Fairchild Afb, Washington?
Fairchild Afb is served by 1 school district: Medical Lake School District.
What is the education level in Fairchild Afb, Washington?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Fairchild Afb have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fairchild Afb, Washington?
The median household income in Fairchild Afb is approximately $69,825 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fairchild Afb, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fairchild Afb is 16.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fairchild Afb, Washington?
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, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.