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#2512 of 3,441 schools in OH
Fairview Elementary School
Elementary School · Dayton City
2314 Elsmere Ave, Dayton, OH 45406
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,512 of 3,441
In Dayton
#43 of 77
public schools
In district
#17 of 26
Dayton City
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Fairview Elementary School
Fairview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Fairview Elementary School serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,512 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Fairview Elementary School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fairview Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
67% of students at Fairview 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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Fairview Elementary School — Students at Fairview Elementary School score 14% 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: 6.2/10.
How Fairview Elementary School Compares
See how Fairview 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
2314 Elsmere Ave, Dayton, OH 45406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Academy Community School - Dayton (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valerie Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Allen Preparatory Dayton | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| The Dayton School Dayton | 0.9 mi | — |
| Edwin Joel Brown Middle School Dayton | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Klepinger Community School Dayton | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Rosa Parks Early Learning Center Dayton | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Horizon Science Academy-Dayton Dayton | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School Dayton | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Charity Adams Earley Girls Academy Dayton | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Summit Academy Transition High School Dayton Dayton | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Gem City Career Prep High School Dayton | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Valerie Elementary School Dayton | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Alliance Community Schools Inc. dba Dayton Leadership Acade Dayton | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| DECA PREP Dayton | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| GLORIA DEI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dayton | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Meadowdale High School Dayton | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| North Dayton School of Discovery Dayton | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Summit Academy Community School - Dayton Dayton | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Belle Haven Elementary School Dayton | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| DOMINION ACADEMY Dayton | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Westwood Elementary School Dayton | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,241
Median Home Value
$82,300
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
20,261
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
48.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
38.3
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|---|---|
| Adlai Stevenson School Cleveland, OH | 5.2 |
| East Linden Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.2 |
| Finland Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.2 |
| Gables Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.2 |
| Gibbs Elementary School Canton, OH | 5.2 |
| Grant Elementary School Willoughby, OH | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairview Elementary School
What grades does Fairview Elementary School serve?
Fairview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairview Elementary School rank in OH?
Fairview Elementary School ranks #2,512 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Fairview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Fairview Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairview Elementary School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fairview Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fairview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairview Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fairview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.7%
- Phone
- (937) 542-4590
Resources & Links
District
Dayton City- District Enrollment
- 12,441
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,177
- District Rank
- #17 of 26
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