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#2451 of 3,441 schools in OH
Fairwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Hamilton City
281 Fair Avenue, Hamilton, OH 45011
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,451 of 3,441
In Hamilton
#17 of 24
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Hamilton City
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About Fairwood Elementary School
Fairwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hamilton, OH, part of Hamilton City. Fairwood Elementary School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,451 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Fairwood Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Fairwood 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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Fairwood Elementary School — Students at Fairwood Elementary School score 44% 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: 5.4/10.
How Fairwood Elementary School Compares
See how Fairwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
281 Fair Avenue, Hamilton, OH 45011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairfield North Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairfield East Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield Middle School Hamilton | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Crawford Woods Elementary School Hamilton | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Richard Allen Academy Hamilton | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hamilton | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| ST JOSEPH CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL Hamilton | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Riverview Elementary School Hamilton | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Miami School Hamilton | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PETER IN CHAINS SCHOOL Hamilton | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| MAIN STREET SCHOOLHOUSE- INC Hamilton | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hamilton | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Bridgeport Elementary School Hamilton | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Wilson Middle School Hamilton | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| New Miami Elementary School Hamilton | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| New Miami High School Hamilton | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| New Miami Middle School Hamilton | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Linden Elementary School Hamilton | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Fairfield East Elementary School Hamilton | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Hamilton High School Hamilton | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Highland Elementary School Hamilton | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Fairfield North Elementary School Hamilton | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,360
Median Home Value
$272,000
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
74,636
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| Asbury Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Toledo, OH | 5.3 |
| Cardington-Lincoln Elementary School Cardington, OH | 5.3 |
| Columbus Africentric Early College ES Columbus, OH | 5.3 |
| Delshire Elementary School Cincinnati, OH | 5.3 |
| Geneva Platt R. Spencer Elementary School Geneva, OH | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairwood Elementary School
What grades does Fairwood Elementary School serve?
Fairwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Fairwood Elementary School?
Fairwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairwood Elementary School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairwood Elementary School rank in OH?
Fairwood Elementary School ranks #2,451 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Fairwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Fairwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairwood Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fairwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fairwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fairwood 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (513) 868-5610
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton City- District Enrollment
- 9,054
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,968
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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