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Fairville Friends School Inc
Elementary School
216 POND VW, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Fairville Friends School Inc
Fairville Friends School Inc is an Friends (Quaker) private elementary school in Chadds Ford, PA 19317. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $154,933, where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 16 students, Fairville Friends School Inc is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Fairville Friends School Inc offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Fairville Friends School Inc operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $51,981
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $62,650
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.21x — Strong
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 93%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $2.3M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 16 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Fairville Friends School Inc compares to the 2 public schools in Chadds Ford, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Chadds Ford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairville Friends School Inc (this school) | — |
| Hillendale El Sch | 9.2 |
| Chadds Ford El Sch | 7.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Private · Friends (Quaker)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 216 POND VW, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
- Phone
- (610) 388-1268
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
216 POND VW, Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairville Friends School Inc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hillendale El Sch (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is Unionville El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Kennett Square). Additionally, William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Hockessin). For more schools in Chadds Ford, see our Chadds Ford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillendale El Sch Chadds Ford | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Greenwood El Sch Kennett Square | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTERVILLE LAYTON SCHOOL Wilmington | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Pocopson El Sch West Chester | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Chadds Ford El Sch Chadds Ford | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Kennett High School Kennett Square | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Mary D Lang Kdg Ctr Kennett Square | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| duPont (H.B.) Middle School Hockessin | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Unionville HS Kennett Square | 4.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Charles F Patton MS Kennett Square | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| THE HOCKESSIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hockessin | 5.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST CORNELIUS SCHOOL Chadds Ford | 4.7 mi | — |
| Unionville El Sch Kennett Square | 5.0 mi | 8.4 |
| duPont (Alexis I.) High School Wilmington | 5.8 mi | 5.9 |
| William F. Cooke Jr. Elementary Hockessin | 6.2 mi | 8.3 |
| THE TATNALL SCHOOL Wilmington | 6.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Stetson MS West Chester | 5.9 mi | 5.8 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER West Chester | 5.7 mi | — |
| Sarah W Starkweather El Sch West Chester | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| THE PILOT SCHOOL Wilmington | 5.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19317 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,933
Median Home Value
$588,600
Median Rent
$2,003/mo
Population
10,844
College Educated
68.8%
Homeownership
85.9%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
43.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Fairville Friends School Inc has a median household income of $154,933. It is a well-educated community where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $588,600, with a median rent of $2,003/month. The local poverty rate of 2.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairville Friends School Inc
What grades does Fairville Friends School Inc serve?
Fairville Friends School Inc serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Fairville Friends School Inc?
Fairville Friends School Inc has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairville Friends School Inc?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairville Friends School Inc is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Fairville Friends School Inc a private school?
Yes, Fairville Friends School Inc is a private coeducational school with a Friends (Quaker) affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Fairville Friends School Inc a religious school?
Fairville Friends School Inc has a Friends (Quaker) religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 16
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Friends (Quaker)
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 152 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- CHESTER
- Phone
- (610) 388-1268
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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