Below Average
#883 of 1,036 schools in AR
Fairview Elementary School
Elementary School · TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT
801 E 16TH ST, Texarkana, AR 71854
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#883 of 1,036
In Texarkana
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Fairview Elementary School
Fairview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Texarkana, AR, part of TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fairview Elementary School serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #883 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Fairview Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fairview Elementary School — Students at Fairview Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Fairview Elementary School Compares
See how Fairview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
801 E 16TH ST, Texarkana, AR 71854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLLEGE HILL HARMONY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Texarkana, see our Texarkana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARKANSAS HIGH SCHOOL Texarkana | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL Texarkana | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF TEXARKANA Texarkana | 1.1 mi | — |
| VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| NORTH HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| COLLEGE HILL PRE-K CENTER Texarkana | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| SPRING LAKE PARK EL Texarkana | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| EDWARD D. TRICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Texarkana | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PREMIER H S OF TEXARKANA Lewisville | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| COLLEGE HILL HARMONY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Texarkana | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| TEXAS MIDDLE Texarkana | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| DIGITAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS Texarkana | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| TEXAS H S Texarkana | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ARKANSAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Texarkana | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Texarkana | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| THERON JONES EARLY LITERACY CENTER Texarkana | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JAMES DAY SCHOOL Texarkana | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| OPTIONS EARLY GRADUATION H S Texarkana | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Texarkana | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| WESTLAWN EL Texarkana | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,211
Median Home Value
$157,400
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
35,487
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARLISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carlisle, AR | 4.6 |
| CARROLL SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOO Osceola, AR | 4.6 |
| RANDY HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blevins, AR | 4.6 |
| BRADFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradford, AR | 4.5 |
| CABE ELEMENTARY Gurdon, AR | 4.5 |
| NEVADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rosston, AR | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairview Elementary School
What grades does Fairview Elementary School serve?
Fairview Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairview Elementary School rank in AR?
Fairview Elementary School ranks #883 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Fairview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fairview Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fairview Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fairview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairview Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fairview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairview Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Fairview Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Miller County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (870) 774-9211
Resources & Links
District
TEXARKANA SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,912
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,529
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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