Excellent
#235 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 18% in state
Based on limited data
Fairview Elementary School
Elementary School · Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District
1310 Hobart St, Grinnell, IA 50112
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#235 of 1,280
In Grinnell
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Fairview Elementary School
Fairview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grinnell, IA, part of Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District. Fairview Elementary School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Fairview Elementary School Compares
See how Fairview 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
1310 Hobart St, Grinnell, IA 50112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montezuma Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Montezuma), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lynnville-Sully Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Sully), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grinnell, see our Grinnell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,707
Median Home Value
$198,100
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
11,776
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
15.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Easton Valley Elementary School Miles, IA | 8.0 |
| Lenox Elementary School Lenox, IA | 8.0 |
| MFL MarMac Elementary School Monona, IA | 8.0 |
| Nodaway Valley Elementary School Greenfield, IA | 8.0 |
| Sunnyside Elementary School Sioux City, IA | 8.0 |
| West Campus Elementary School Waukon, IA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairview Elementary School
What grades does Fairview Elementary School serve?
Fairview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School is 14.2:1. 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 IA?
Fairview Elementary School ranks #235 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Fairview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
35.7% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Poweshiek County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (641) 236-2780
Resources & Links
District
Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,577
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,510
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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