Very Good
#3339 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Fairmont Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
724 Kearney St., EL Cerrito, CA 94530
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,339 of 9,539
In EL Cerrito
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#13 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Fairmont Elementary
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About Fairmont Elementary
Fairmont Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Cerrito, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Fairmont Elementary serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairmont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fairmont Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Fairmont Elementary runs 23:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Fairmont Elementary — Students at Fairmont Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Fairmont Elementary Compares
See how Fairmont Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
724 Kearney St., EL Cerrito, CA 94530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairmont Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cornell Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Albany), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harding Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in EL Cerrito, see our EL Cerrito schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Invictus Academy of Richmond El Cerrito | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Prospect Sierra School El Cerrito | 0.6 mi | — |
| PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| El Cerrito High El Cerrito | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Middle El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Albany Middle Albany | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| St. John the Baptist El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | — |
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | — |
| GOLESTAN SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Albany High Albany | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) Albany | 1.1 mi | — |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 1.3 mi | — |
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Summit Public School K2 El Cerrito | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Madera Elementary El Cerrito | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Ocean View Elementary Albany | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Stege Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,731
Median Home Value
$1,097,300
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
26,229
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairmont Elementary
What grades does Fairmont Elementary serve?
Fairmont Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Fairmont Elementary?
Fairmont Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairmont Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairmont Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairmont Elementary rank in CA?
Fairmont Elementary ranks #3,339 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fairmont Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairmont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Fairmont Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairmont Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fairmont Elementary a charter school?
No, Fairmont Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairmont Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fairmont Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairmont Elementary?
44.5% of students at Fairmont 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
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1448
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #13 of 52
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