Excellent
#542 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Fairwood Elementary
Elementary School · Sunnyvale
1110 Fairwood Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#542 of 9,539
In Sunnyvale
#5 of 18
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Sunnyvale
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Fairwood Elementary
Fairwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunnyvale, CA, part of Sunnyvale. Fairwood Elementary serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #542 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fairwood Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Fairwood Elementary — Students at Fairwood Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.3/10.
How Fairwood Elementary Compares
See how Fairwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1110 Fairwood Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ponderosa Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is George Mayne Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Alviso), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Briarwood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sunnyvale, see our Sunnyvale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Early College High Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Lakewood Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | — |
| San Miguel Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Rainbow Montessori Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | — |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Kathryn Hughes Elementary Santa Clara | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SANTA CLARA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Columbia Middle Sunnyvale | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Adrian Wilcox High Santa Clara | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Pacific Autism Center for Education - San Aleso Campus Sunnyvale | 2.0 mi | — |
| GRANADA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Granada Islamic Santa Clara | 2.2 mi | — |
| George Mayne Elementary Alviso | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,725
Median Home Value
$392,000
Median Rent
$3,351/mo
Population
23,214
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
35.5
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| Adelante Charter Santa Barbara, CA | 8.8 |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.8 |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson, CA | 8.8 |
| Austin Creek Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 8.8 |
| Aveson School of Leaders Altadena, CA | 8.8 |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairwood Elementary
What grades does Fairwood Elementary serve?
Fairwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fairwood Elementary?
Fairwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairwood Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairwood Elementary rank in CA?
Fairwood Elementary ranks #542 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fairwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Fairwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairwood Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fairwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Fairwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fairwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairwood Elementary?
33.3% of students at Fairwood 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (408) 523-4870
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyvale- District Enrollment
- 5,618
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,127
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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