Needs Improvement
#3162 of 3,441 schools in OH
Fairmoor Elementary School
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
3281 Mayfair Park Pl, Columbus, OH 43213
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,162 of 3,441
In Columbus
#174 of 224
public schools
In district
#87 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
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Fairmoor Elementary School
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About Fairmoor Elementary School
Fairmoor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Fairmoor Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairmoor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,162 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Fairmoor Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Fairmoor Elementary School runs 21.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
62% of students at Fairmoor 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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Fairmoor Elementary School — Students at Fairmoor Elementary School score 15% proficient, which is below 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
↓ 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: 4.9/10.
How Fairmoor Elementary School Compares
See how Fairmoor 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
3281 Mayfair Park Pl, Columbus, OH 43213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairmoor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montrose Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cassingham Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,908
Median Home Value
$197,700
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
Population
35,912
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
38.2
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| Charles Dickens School Cleveland, OH | 3.8 |
| Harding Elementary School Youngstown, OH | 3.8 |
| Lake Erie College Preparatory School Cleveland, OH | 3.8 |
| Marion C Seltzer Elementary School Cleveland, OH | 3.8 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Dayton, OH | 3.8 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School Toledo, OH | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairmoor Elementary School
What grades does Fairmoor Elementary School serve?
Fairmoor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fairmoor Elementary School?
Fairmoor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairmoor Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairmoor Elementary School is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairmoor Elementary School rank in OH?
Fairmoor Elementary School ranks #3,162 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Fairmoor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairmoor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Fairmoor Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairmoor Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fairmoor Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fairmoor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairmoor Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fairmoor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.0%
- Phone
- (614) 365-6169
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #87 of 114
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