Excellent
#271 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 7% in state
David Fairchild Elementary School
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
5757 SW 45TH ST, Miami, FL 33155
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#271 of 3,778
In Miami
#35 of 280
public schools
In district
#60 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About David Fairchild Elementary School
David Fairchild Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. David Fairchild Elementary School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. David Fairchild Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #271 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for David Fairchild Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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David Fairchild Elementary School — Students at David Fairchild Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How David Fairchild Elementary School Compares
See how David Fairchild Elementary School 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
5757 SW 45TH ST, Miami, FL 33155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David Fairchild Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HENRY S. WEST LABORATORY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Coral Gables), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (SOUTH MIAMI CAMPUS) (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Miami), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOMERSET GABLES ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Coral Gables), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,271
Median Home Value
$505,000
Median Rent
$1,871/mo
Population
43,133
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
44.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Fairchild Elementary School
What grades does David Fairchild Elementary School serve?
David Fairchild Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend David Fairchild Elementary School?
David Fairchild Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David Fairchild Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at David Fairchild Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David Fairchild Elementary School rank in FL?
David Fairchild Elementary School ranks #271 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is David Fairchild Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
David Fairchild Elementary School 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 David Fairchild Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David Fairchild Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is David Fairchild Elementary School a charter school?
No, David Fairchild Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David Fairchild Elementary School a Title I school?
No, David Fairchild Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David Fairchild Elementary School?
23.0% of students at David Fairchild 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (305) 665-5483
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #60 of 497
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