Very Good
#875 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 35% in state
Fairview Elementary School
Elementary School · Bloomfield Township School District
376 Berkeley Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#875 of 2,466
In Bloomfield
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
Bloomfield Township School District
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Fairview Elementary School
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About Fairview Elementary School
Fairview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bloomfield, NJ, part of Bloomfield Township School District. Fairview Elementary School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #875 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Fairview Elementary School — Students at Fairview Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 test records from NJ 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: 7.5/10.
How Fairview Elementary School Compares
See how Fairview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
376 Berkeley Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abington Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Belleville PS4 (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Carteret Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTBRIDGE ACADEMY Bloomfield | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Berkeley Elementary School Bloomfield | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| 1ST CEREBRAL PALSY OF NJ Belleville | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville | 0.6 mi | — |
| The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen Bloomfield | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Bloomfield High School Bloomfield | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Belleville PS4 Belleville | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Belleville PS10 Belleville | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Carteret Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MAARIF SCHOOL Bloomfield | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Central School Glen Ridge | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Park Elementary School Newark | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Ridgewood Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Watsessing Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Glen Ridge High School Glen Ridge | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Linden Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Abington Avenue School Newark | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| East Orange STEM Academy High School East Orange | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Belleville PS7 Belleville | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,805
Median Home Value
$447,600
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
52,921
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
52.1%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
38.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Byram Lakes Elementary School Stanhope, NJ | 7.0 |
| Delaware Township School Sergeantsville, NJ | 7.0 |
| Dr. Albert M. Bean School Pine Hill, NJ | 7.0 |
| Dutch Neck Elementary School West Windsor, NJ | 7.0 |
| Elizabeth Haddon School Haddonfield, NJ | 7.0 |
| Evergreen Avenue Elementary School Woodbury, NJ | 7.0 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School is 11.6:1. 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 NJ?
Fairview Elementary School ranks #875 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Fairview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% 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?
40.6% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (973) 680-8550
Resources & Links
District
Bloomfield Township School District- District Enrollment
- 6,438
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,525
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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