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Fairview Elementary School

Elementary School · Fairview Independent

258 Mcknight Street, Ashland, KY 41102

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#806 of 1,284

In Ashland

#10 of 15

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Fairview Independent

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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5.7/10

Elementary School in Ashland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fairview Elementary School

Fairview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ashland, KY, part of Fairview Independent. Fairview Elementary School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #806 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Fairview Elementary School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Fairview Elementary School is part of the Fairview Independent Schools district, a public school district located in Boyd County, Kentucky 1 . The district serves the area within the census-designated place of Westwood 1 . Fairview Independent Schools consists of two institutions: Fairview High School and Fairview Elementary School 1 . Fairview Elementary School serves students from Pre-K through fifth grade 1 . The district's school colors are black, white, and red 1 .
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How it compares0.6 pts below KY schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.3% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.2% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected+0.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,732
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

Fairview Elementary School — Students at Fairview Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
25.3%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Fairview Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in KY
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

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

258 Mcknight Street, Ashland, KY 41102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crabbe Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Poage Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oakview Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Fairview High School Ashland 0.8 mi 6.8
ROSE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ashland 1.0 mi 7.7
Raceland-Worthington Schools Campus B Ashland 0.8 mi
Paul G. Blazer High School Ashland 1.3 mi 7.6
Hager Elementary School Ashland 1.3 mi 6.2
Ashland Head Start Ashland 1.5 mi 4.5
Poage Elementary School Ashland 1.7 mi 6.4
Ashland Middle School Ashland 1.8 mi 6.1
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Ashland 2.0 mi 8.1
Summit Elementary School Ashland 2.5 mi 4.8
Oakview Elementary School Ashland 2.2 mi 6.3
Crabbe Elementary School Ashland 2.3 mi 7.6
Raceland-Worthington Schools Campus A Ashland 2.4 mi
Boyd County Middle School Ashland 3.0 mi 5.6
Russell Middle School Russell 3.2 mi 6.7
Dawson-Bryant High School Coal Grove 3.0 mi 6.5
Dawson-Bryant Middle School Coal Grove 3.0 mi 5.8
Russell Independent Alternative School Russell 3.2 mi
Russell High School Russell 3.3 mi 7.7
Russell Primary School Russell 3.3 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,110

Median Home Value

$152,900

Median Rent

$790/mo

Population

20,779

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

42.8

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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 5th.

How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?

Fairview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School is 11.1:1. 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 KY?

Fairview Elementary School ranks #806 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Fairview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% 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?

88.5% 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Boyd County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

Fairview Independent
District Enrollment
543
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,732
District Rank
#2 of 2

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