Below Average
#1449 of 1,793 schools in MA
Fairview Elementary
Elementary School · Chicopee
26 Memorial Ave., Chicopee, MA 01020
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,449 of 1,793
In Chicopee
#13 of 16
public schools
In district
#12 of 15
Chicopee
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Fairview Elementary
Elementary School in Chicopee · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fairview Elementary
Fairview Elementary is a public elementary school in Chicopee, MA, part of Chicopee. Fairview Elementary serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,449 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Fairview Elementary 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
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Fairview Elementary — Students at Fairview Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.1/10.
How Fairview Elementary Compares
See how Fairview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
26 Memorial Ave., Chicopee, MA 01020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowie (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kelly Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. Additionally, H.B. Lawrence School (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Holyoke), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chicopee, see our Chicopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Streiber Memorial School Chicopee | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Chicopee Academy Chicopee | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Bowie Chicopee | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Plains Elementary South Hadley | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW ENGLAND ADOLESCENT RESEARCH INSTITUTE Holyoke | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Bellamy Middle Chicopee | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| South Hadley High South Hadley | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Kelly Elementary Holyoke | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| MATER DOLOROSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Holyoke | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Morgan Full Service Community School Holyoke | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| SPRINGDALE EDUCATION CENTER Holyoke | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Mosier South Hadley | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Michael E. Smith Middle School South Hadley | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| H.B. Lawrence School Holyoke | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School South Hadley | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chicopee | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,971
Median Home Value
$259,100
Median Rent
$1,153/mo
Population
30,230
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| City View Worcester, MA | 4.6 |
| Daniel B Brunton Springfield, MA | 4.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton, MA | 4.6 |
| East Meadow Granby, MA | 4.6 |
| Highlands Danvers, MA | 4.6 |
| Memorial Early Childhood Center Middleboro, MA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairview Elementary
What grades does Fairview Elementary serve?
Fairview Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fairview Elementary?
Fairview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary 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 rank in MA?
Fairview Elementary ranks #1,449 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Fairview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fairview Elementary a charter school?
No, Fairview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fairview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (413) 594-3501
Resources & Links
District
Chicopee- District Enrollment
- 6,807
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,218
- District Rank
- #12 of 15
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