Very Good
#781 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 23% in state
Fairfax Elementary School
Elementary School · Mentor Exempted Village
6465 Curtiss Ct, Mentor, OH 44060
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#781 of 3,441
In Mentor
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
Mentor Exempted Village
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Fairfax Elementary School
Fairfax Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mentor, OH, part of Mentor Exempted Village. Fairfax Elementary School serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairfax Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #781 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Fairfax Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Fairfax Elementary School — Students at Fairfax Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 7.7/10.
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
6465 Curtiss Ct, Mentor, OH 44060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairfax Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orchard Hollow Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hopkins Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kirtland Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Kirtland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mentor, see our Mentor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mentor High School Mentor | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Mentor High School Preschool Mentor | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Shore Middle School Mentor | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Orchard Hollow Elementary School Mentor | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| LAKE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mentor | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Lake Elementary School Mentor On The Lake | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Bellflower Elementary School Mentor | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MENTOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mentor | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Mentor | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| RE-EDUCATION SERVICES Mentor | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Memorial Middle School Mentor | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Garfield Preschool Mentor | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Ridge Elementary School Mentor | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Mentor | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Cardinal Autism Resource and Education School (CARES) Mentor | 3.1 mi | — |
| Grant Elementary School Willoughby | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| iSTEM Painesville | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Sterling Morton Elementary School Mentor | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Mentor | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Kirtland Elementary School Kirtland | 5.0 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,881
Median Home Value
$227,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
60,257
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
46.1
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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 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairfax Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairfax Elementary School is 19.1:1. 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 #781 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Fairfax Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairfax Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% 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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairfax Elementary School?
29.3% of students at Fairfax 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (440) 255-7223
Resources & Links
District
Mentor Exempted Village- District Enrollment
- 7,067
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,847
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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