Average
#1446 of 2,648 schools in NC
Fairview Elementary
Elementary School · Guilford County Schools
608 Fairview Street, High Point, NC 27260
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,446 of 2,648
In High Point
#13 of 25
public schools
In district
#64 of 121
Guilford County Schools
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Fairview Elementary
Fairview Elementary is a public elementary school in High Point, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Fairview Elementary serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,446 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fairview Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
50% 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 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from NC 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: 7.1/10.
How Fairview Elementary Compares
See how Fairview Elementary 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
608 Fairview Street, High Point, NC 27260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGH POINT FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkview Village Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Triangle Lake Montessori Elem (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in High Point, see our High Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Middle College at GTCC-High Point High Point | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Pruette SCALE Academy High Point | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ferndale Middle High Point | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| High Point Central High High Point | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Sylvia Mendez Newcomers School High Point | 1.1 mi | — |
| GRACE POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Penn-Griffin Schools High Point | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGH POINT FRIENDS SCHOOL High Point | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Oak Hill Elementary High Point | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HAYWORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL High Point | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Kirkman Park Elementary High Point | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Parkview Village Elementary High Point | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Johnson Street Global Studies High Point | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Triangle Lake Montessori Elem High Point | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Montlieu Academy of Technology High Point | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Welborn Middle High Point | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Kearns Academy High Point | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Northwood Elementary High Point | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| T Wingate Andrews High High Point | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,817
Median Home Value
$111,900
Median Rent
$796/mo
Population
25,941
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belmont Elementary School Roanoke Rapids, NC | 6.1 |
| Eastway Elementary Durham, NC | 6.1 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.1 |
| Eno Valley Elementary Durham, NC | 6.1 |
| Evergreen Community Charter Asheville, NC | 6.1 |
| FIRST WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gastonia, NC | 6.1 |
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 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary is 12.1:1. 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 NC?
Fairview Elementary ranks #1,446 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Fairview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% 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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairview Elementary?
99.3% of students at Fairview Elementary 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
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Guilford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.2%
- Phone
- (336) 819-2890
Resources & Links
District
Guilford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 67,832
- Schools in District
- 124
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,897
- District Rank
- #64 of 121
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