Below Average
#8521 of 9,539 schools in CA
Fairbanks Elementary
Elementary School · Twin Rivers Unified
227 Fairbanks Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,521 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#158 of 198
public schools
In district
#39 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
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About Fairbanks Elementary
Fairbanks Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Fairbanks Elementary serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairbanks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,521 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fairbanks Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Fairbanks Elementary runs 24.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
40% of students at Fairbanks Elementary 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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Fairbanks Elementary — Students at Fairbanks Elementary score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Fairbanks Elementary Compares
See how Fairbanks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
227 Fairbanks Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairbanks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Hope Charter (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hazel Strauch Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Las Palmas Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Del Paso Heights Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| New Hope Charter Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Glenwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Smythe Academy of Arts and Sciences Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Rio Tierra Junior High Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Hazel Strauch Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Nehemiah Christian Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| Taylor Street Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Dar-ul-Madinah Sacramento | 1.5 mi | — |
| DAR-UL-MADINAH Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Woodlake Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Norwood Junior High Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| 21st Century STEM Academy Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| Northwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 1.6 mi | — |
| Jimenez Academy Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,969
Median Home Value
$369,000
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
40,295
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairbanks Elementary
What grades does Fairbanks Elementary serve?
Fairbanks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Fairbanks Elementary?
Fairbanks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairbanks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairbanks Elementary is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairbanks Elementary rank in CA?
Fairbanks Elementary ranks #8,521 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fairbanks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairbanks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Fairbanks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairbanks Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fairbanks Elementary a charter school?
No, Fairbanks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairbanks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fairbanks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairbanks Elementary?
92.7% of students at Fairbanks Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.4%
- Phone
- (916) 566-3435
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #39 of 43
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