Below Average
#1469 of 1,786 schools in TN
Based on limited data
Fairlane Elementary
Elementary School · Macon County
305 Fairlane DR, Lafayette, TN 37083
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,469 of 1,786
In Lafayette
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Macon County
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Fairlane Elementary
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About Fairlane Elementary
Fairlane Elementary is a public elementary school in Lafayette, TN, part of Macon County. Fairlane Elementary serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairlane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,469 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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How Fairlane Elementary Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
305 Fairlane DR, Lafayette, TN 37083
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairlane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gamaliel Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Gamaliel), which scores notably higher. Another option is Defeated Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Carthage), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hermitage Springs Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Red Boiling Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Elementary School Lafayette | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Central Elementary Lafayette | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MACON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lafayette | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Macon County Junior High School Lafayette | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Macon County High School Lafayette | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| HIGHLAND CHURCH MENNONITE Holland | 8.5 mi | — |
| Westside Elementary Westmoreland | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Trousdale Co Elementary Hartsville | 11.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Jim Satterfield Middle School Hartsville | 11.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Trousdale Co High School Hartsville | 11.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Red Boiling Springs School Red Boiling Springs | 10.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Red Boiling Springs Elementary Red Boiling Springs | 10.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Westmoreland High School Westmoreland | 12.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Westmoreland Elementary Westmoreland | 12.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Westmoreland Middle School Westmoreland | 12.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Defeated Elementary Carthage | 15.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Hermitage Springs Elementary School Red Boiling Springs | 14.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Union Heights Elementary Carthage | 17.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Gamaliel Elementary Gamaliel | 15.6 mi | 9.0 |
| EAST END CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Scottsville | 17.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37083 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,215
Median Home Value
$231,400
Median Rent
$821/mo
Population
16,887
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cannon South Elementary School Bradyville, TN | 4.8 |
| Guild Elementary Gallatin, TN | 4.8 |
| Hermitage Elementary Hermitage, TN | 4.8 |
| Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.8 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville, TN | 4.8 |
| Crump Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairlane Elementary
What grades does Fairlane Elementary serve?
Fairlane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Fairlane Elementary?
Fairlane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairlane Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairlane Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairlane Elementary rank in TN?
Fairlane Elementary ranks #1,469 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Fairlane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairlane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fairlane Elementary a charter school?
No, Fairlane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairlane Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fairlane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Macon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (615) 666-2970
Resources & Links
District
Macon County- District Enrollment
- 4,235
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,939
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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