Excellent
#276 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 8% in state
Fairfax Elementary School
Elementary School · Cleveland Heights-University Heights City
3150 Fairfax Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#276 of 3,441
In Cleveland Heights
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Cleveland Heights-University Heights City
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Fairfax Elementary School
Fairfax Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cleveland Heights, OH, part of Cleveland Heights-University Heights City. Fairfax Elementary School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairfax Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Fairfax Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Fairfax Elementary 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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Fairfax Elementary School — Students at Fairfax Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 9.5/10.
How Fairfax Elementary School Compares
See how Fairfax Elementary School 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
3150 Fairfax Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairfax Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Canterbury Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fernway Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cleveland Heights, see our Cleveland Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUFFING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Cleveland Heights High School Cleveland Heights | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| COMMUNION OF SAINTS SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Canterbury Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Tiger Virtual Academy Cleveland Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Boulevard Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodbury Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Onaway Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Shaker Hts High School Shaker Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Boulevard Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Roxboro Elementary School Cleveland Heights | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Roxboro Middle School Cleveland Heights | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CHAVIVA HIGH SCHOOL Cleveland Heights | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HATHAWAY BROWN SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| HANNA PERKINS SCHOOL Shaker Heights | 1.7 mi | — |
| LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL EAST Cleveland Heights | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Andrew J Rickoff Cleveland | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| GESU SCHOOL University Heights | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CLEVELAND MONTESSORI Cleveland | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,328
Median Home Value
$205,600
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
40,389
College Educated
61.2%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Local Elementary School Arlington, OH | 8.8 |
| Columbia Elementary School Mount Vernon, OH | 8.8 |
| Fairland West Elementary School Proctorville, OH | 8.8 |
| Fernway Elementary School Shaker Heights, OH | 8.8 |
| Franklin Elementary School Wadsworth, OH | 8.8 |
| Hanby Building Elementary School Westerville, OH | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairfax Elementary School
What grades does Fairfax Elementary School serve?
Fairfax Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fairfax Elementary School?
Fairfax Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairfax Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairfax Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairfax Elementary School rank in OH?
Fairfax Elementary School ranks #276 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Fairfax Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairfax Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Fairfax Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairfax Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fairfax Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fairfax Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairfax Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fairfax Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (216) 371-7480
Resources & Links
District
Cleveland Heights-University Heights City- District Enrollment
- 4,916
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,221
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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