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Fairview Elem.

Elementary School · CARTHAGE R-IX

1201 E FAIRVIEW, Carthage, MO 64836

Enrollment

411

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,404 of 2,221

In Carthage

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

CARTHAGE R-IX

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Fairview Elem.

5.7/10

Elementary School in Carthage · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.7/10

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7.3/10

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About Fairview Elem.

Fairview Elem. is a public elementary school in Carthage, MO, part of CARTHAGE R-IX. Fairview Elem. serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,404 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elem. show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,082
Chronic Absenteeism9.5%

Fairview Elem. — Students at Fairview Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
43.8%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
35.9%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Fairview Elem. Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in MO
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

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

1201 E FAIRVIEW, Carthage, MO 64836

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairview Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARTERVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Carterville), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Webb City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carthage, see our Carthage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.5 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY CHILDHOOD AND PAT CENTER Carthage 0.5 mi 4.7
CARTHAGE JR. HIGH Carthage 0.6 mi 7.3
CARTHAGE HIGH SCHOOL Carthage 0.7 mi 4.0
MARK TWAIN ELEM. Carthage 1.1 mi 5.3
CARTHAGE 6TH GRADE CENTER Carthage 1.5 mi 5.9
COLUMBIAN ELEM. Carthage 1.8 mi 4.7
CARTHAGE INTERMEDIATE CENTER Carthage 2.4 mi 7.6
STEADLEY ELEM. Carthage 2.7 mi 5.9
PLEASANT VALLEY ELEM. Carthage 4.9 mi 6.0
CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville 8.0 mi 8.5
BESS TRUMAN PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 9.2 mi 5.9
HARRY S. TRUMAN ELEM. Webb City 9.2 mi 7.7
DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond 11.4 mi 5.4
DIAMOND MIDDLE Diamond 11.5 mi 8.0
COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin 9.5 mi 5.6
DIAMOND HIGH Diamond 11.5 mi 6.7
WEBSTER PRIMARY CTR. Webb City 9.2 mi 5.2
HERITAGE PRESCHOOL Webb City 9.3 mi 3.2
MADGE T. JAMES KIND. CTR. Webb City 9.3 mi 5.5
AVILLA ELEM. Avilla 9.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,775

Median Home Value

$157,700

Median Rent

$883/mo

Population

25,727

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

23.7%

Median Age

35.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairview Elem.

What grades does Fairview Elem. serve?

Fairview Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Fairview Elem.?

Fairview Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elem. is 11.7:1. 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 #1,404 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Fairview Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Fairview Elem. 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 Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Elem. has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% 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.?

74.0% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Jasper County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

District

CARTHAGE R-IX
District Enrollment
5,062
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,082
District Rank
#6 of 10

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