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Top 46% in state

Fairfield Elementary School

Elementary School · MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

330 MASSAPEQUA AVE, Massapequa, NY 11758

Enrollment

524

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,168 of 4,742

In Massapequa

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Fairfield Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Massapequa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fairfield Elementary School

Fairfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Massapequa, NY, part of MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fairfield Elementary School serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,168 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Fairfield Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,155
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Fairfield Elementary School — Students at Fairfield Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
62.8%
ELA
73.8%
2022
Math
58.8%
ELA
51.7%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Fairfield Elementary School Compares

See how Fairfield Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in NY
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

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

330 MASSAPEQUA AVE, Massapequa, NY 11758

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby North Massapequa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEAFORD HARBOR SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Massapequa, see our Massapequa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 0.7 mi 6.2
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.2 mi 7.0
MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa 1.2 mi 5.0
MASSAPEQUA HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 1.0 mi 9.1
SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL Seaford 1.3 mi 9.0
BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.1 mi 5.8
SEAFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seaford 1.4 mi 7.5
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa 1.5 mi
CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa 1.6 mi 6.2
MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford 1.7 mi 6.0
SEAFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Seaford 1.5 mi 9.2
SEAFORD HARBOR SCHOOL Seaford 1.6 mi 7.7
PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 2.1 mi 8.6
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.9 mi 7.6
WANTAGH SCHOOL Wantagh 1.8 mi 6.3
UNQUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.8 mi 5.5
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 2.1 mi 5.9
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa 2.1 mi 8.2
ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa 2.7 mi 7.8
EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL Seaford 2.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,404

Median Home Value

$624,800

Median Rent

$2,153/mo

Population

54,741

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

93.5%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairfield Elementary School

What grades does Fairfield Elementary School serve?

Fairfield Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Fairfield Elementary School?

Fairfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairfield Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fairfield Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fairfield Elementary School rank in NY?

Fairfield Elementary School ranks #2,168 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Fairfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Fairfield Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairfield Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fairfield Elementary School a charter school?

No, Fairfield Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fairfield Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Fairfield Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairfield Elementary School?

11.1% of students at Fairfield 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,542
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,155
District Rank
#5 of 9

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