Needs Improvement
#4698 of 4,742 schools in NY
Fairgrieve School
Elementary School · FULTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
716 ACADEMY ST, Fulton, NY 13069
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,698 of 4,742
In Fulton
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
FULTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Fairgrieve School
Fairgrieve School is a public elementary school in Fulton, NY, part of FULTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fairgrieve School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairgrieve School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,698 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Fairgrieve School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Fairgrieve School 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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Fairgrieve School — Students at Fairgrieve School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY 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: 2.0/10.
How Fairgrieve School Compares
See how Fairgrieve School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
716 ACADEMY ST, Fulton, NY 13069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairgrieve School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALERMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 6.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHARLES E RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Oswego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MINETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Minetto), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VOLNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| J E LANIGAN SCHOOL Fulton | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| G RAY BODLEY HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| GRANBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| FULTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| MINETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minetto | 5.9 mi | 4.5 |
| PALERMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fulton | 6.9 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHN C BIRDLEBOUGH HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix | 7.9 mi | 7.4 |
| EMERSON J DILLON MIDDLE SCHOOL Phoenix | 7.9 mi | 5.6 |
| MICHAEL A MAROUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix | 8.2 mi | 3.6 |
| OSWEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Oswego | 8.9 mi | 4.3 |
| OSWEGO COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oswego | 9.8 mi | 5.2 |
| CHARLES E RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 9.7 mi | 4.7 |
| KINGSFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 10.1 mi | 4.4 |
| FITZHUGH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego | 10.6 mi | 4.5 |
| FAIRLEY SCHOOL Hannibal | 8.5 mi | 4.3 |
| THEODORE R DURGEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwinsville | 11.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HARRY E ELDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwinsville | 11.4 mi | 4.2 |
| HANNIBAL HIGH SCHOOL Hannibal | 8.7 mi | 6.9 |
| KENNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hannibal | 8.7 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,156
Median Home Value
$112,600
Median Rent
$878/mo
Population
23,176
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARLEM LINK CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 57 CRESCENT Bronx, NY | 2.6 |
| PS 93 ALBERT G OLIVER Bronx, NY | 2.6 |
| BELLAMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome, NY | 2.5 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairgrieve School
What grades does Fairgrieve School serve?
Fairgrieve School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Fairgrieve School?
Fairgrieve School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairgrieve School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairgrieve School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairgrieve School rank in NY?
Fairgrieve School ranks #4,698 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Fairgrieve School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairgrieve School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Fairgrieve School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairgrieve School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fairgrieve School a charter school?
No, Fairgrieve School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairgrieve School a Title I school?
No, Fairgrieve School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairgrieve School?
68.0% of students at Fairgrieve 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Oswego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.1%
- Phone
- (315) 593-5550
Resources & Links
District
FULTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,110
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,235
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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