Excellent
#59 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 3% in state
Fairview Elem.
Elementary School · COLUMBIA 93
909 FAIRVIEW RD, Columbia, MO 65203
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#59 of 2,221
In Columbia
#2 of 33
public schools
In district
#2 of 33
COLUMBIA 93
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Fairview Elem.
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About Fairview Elem.
Fairview Elem. is a public elementary school in Columbia, MO, part of COLUMBIA 93. Fairview Elem. serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elem. show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Fairview Elem. — Students at Fairview Elem. score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO 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: 9.7/10.
How Fairview Elem. Compares
See how Fairview Elem. 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
909 FAIRVIEW RD, Columbia, MO 65203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairview Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia | 0.3 mi | — |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. Columbia | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SMITHTON MIDDLE Columbia | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbia | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 1.8 mi | — |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Columbia | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 3.2 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,442
Median Home Value
$319,100
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
59,663
College Educated
64.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREEN TRAILS ELEM. Chesterfield, MO | 8.9 |
| MERAMEC ELEM. Clayton, MO | 8.9 |
| BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville, MO | 8.8 |
| BUCKNER ELEM. Independence, MO | 9.0 |
| EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.8 |
| FLINT HILL ELEMENTARY Wentzville, MO | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairview Elem.
What grades does Fairview Elem. serve?
Fairview Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fairview Elem.?
Fairview Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elem. is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairview Elem. rank in MO?
Fairview Elem. ranks #59 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Fairview Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Fairview Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Elem. has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fairview Elem. a charter school?
No, Fairview Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairview Elem. a Title I school?
No, Fairview Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairview Elem.?
29.5% of students at Fairview Elem. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (573) 214-3590
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBIA 93- District Enrollment
- 18,769
- Schools in District
- 36
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,936
- District Rank
- #2 of 33
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