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#197 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 11% in state

Fairview Elementary School

Elementary School · Monroe County Community Sch Corp

627 W 8th St, Bloomington, IN 47404

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#197 of 1,823

In Bloomington

#8 of 24

public schools

In district

#9 of 21

Monroe County Community Sch Corp

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Fairview Elementary School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Bloomington · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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About Fairview Elementary School

Fairview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bloomington, IN, part of Monroe County Community Sch Corp. Fairview Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #197 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Fairview Elementary School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,392
Chronic Absenteeism37.5%

Fairview Elementary School — Students at Fairview Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 40 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
2025
Math
40.9%
ELA
37.2%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Fairview Elementary School Compares

See how Fairview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
89th percentile in IN
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

627 W 8th St, Bloomington, IN 47404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Childs Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLOOMINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Binford Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bloomington, see our Bloomington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
The Bloomington Project School Bloomington 0.5 mi 8.0
Tri-North Middle School Bloomington 0.6 mi 7.4
The Acad of Sci & Entrepreneurship Bloomington 0.8 mi 9.6
Arlington Heights Elementary Sch Bloomington 1.3 mi 4.6
HARMONY SCHOOL Bloomington 1.1 mi 7.7
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Bloomington 1.3 mi
Templeton Elementary School Bloomington 1.4 mi 6.2
Early Learning Center Bloomington 1.6 mi
Bloomington High School South Bloomington 1.9 mi 8.6
Bloomington Graduation School Bloomington 1.9 mi 5.7
Summit Elementary School Bloomington 2.0 mi 7.6
Hoosier Hills Childcare Center Bloomington 2.1 mi
Bloomington High School North Bloomington 2.1 mi 7.9
BLOOMINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bloomington 2.1 mi 9.1
ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bloomington 1.8 mi 7.8
Rogers Elementary School Bloomington 1.8 mi 8.2
Binford Elementary School Bloomington 1.9 mi 8.5
Childs Elementary School Bloomington 2.7 mi 9.3
Lora L Batchelor Middle School Bloomington 3.1 mi 5.8
Excel Center - Bloomington Bloomington 2.6 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,674

Median Home Value

$243,500

Median Rent

$1,159/mo

Population

23,614

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

55.6%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

19.4%

Median Age

33.9

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PLA at George H Fisher School 93 Indianapolis, IN 8.4
Parkside Elementary School Goshen, IN 8.4
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Whiting, IN 8.4
ST RICHARD'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN 8.4

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 6th.

How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?

Fairview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School is 10.4:1. 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 IN?

Fairview Elementary School ranks #197 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Fairview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Fairview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

77.9% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.5%

District

Monroe County Community Sch Corp
District Enrollment
10,467
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,392
District Rank
#9 of 21

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