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#764 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 41% in state

Fairhill Elementary

Elementary School · Fairfax County Public Schools

3001 Chichester Ln, Fairfax, VA 22031

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#764 of 1,851

In Fairfax

#16 of 23

public schools

In district

#99 of 199

Fairfax County Public Schools

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

Elementary School in Fairfax · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fairhill Elementary

Fairhill Elementary is a public elementary school in Fairfax, VA, part of Fairfax County Public Schools. Fairhill Elementary serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairhill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #764 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Fairhill Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+6.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)82% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,975
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Fairhill Elementary — Students at Fairhill Elementary score 80% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
70.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 83.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.3% (2025 SOL)

Based on 36 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
80%
2017
ELA
82%
2018
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
81.8%
ELA
78.8%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Fairhill Elementary Compares

See how Fairhill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in VA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3001 Chichester Ln, Fairfax, VA 22031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairhill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stenwood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wakefield Forest Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mosaic Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfax, see our Fairfax schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PALM TREE SCHOOL Fairfax 0.3 mi 6.2
MERRITT ACADEMY Fairfax 0.9 mi 7.1
Jackson Middle Falls Church 1.0 mi 5.1
Thoreau Middle Vienna 1.4 mi 7.2
Marshall Road Elementary Vienna 1.4 mi 5.1
Cunningham Park Elementary Vienna 1.6 mi 6.0
THE NEW SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA Fairfax 1.3 mi 7.3
Stenwood Elementary Vienna 1.4 mi 8.9
Mantua Elementary Fairfax 1.6 mi 8.3
APPLETREE II SCHOOL Vienna 1.6 mi
VIENNA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Vienna 2.0 mi 7.1
Camelot Elementary Annandale 1.9 mi 5.8
HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dunn Loring 1.9 mi
APPLETREE SCHOOL Fairfax 1.7 mi 6.0
Wakefield Forest Elementary Fairfax 2.3 mi 8.7
Dunn Loring Early Childhood Resource Center Dunn Loring 2.2 mi 5.5
Vienna Elementary Vienna 2.3 mi 8.3
Oakton High Vienna 1.9 mi 9.0
Mosaic Elementary Fairfax 2.0 mi 8.6
GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Vienna 2.4 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,743

Median Home Value

$710,400

Median Rent

$2,267/mo

Population

36,586

College Educated

72.3%

Homeownership

47.9%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

35.6

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Bristow Run Elementary Bristow, VA 6.8
C.M. Bradley Elementary Warrenton, VA 6.8
Flatwoods Elementary Jonesville, VA 6.8
Floris Elementary Herndon, VA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairhill Elementary

What grades does Fairhill Elementary serve?

Fairhill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Fairhill Elementary?

Fairhill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairhill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Fairhill Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fairhill Elementary rank in VA?

Fairhill Elementary ranks #764 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Fairhill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairhill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Fairhill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairhill Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fairhill Elementary a charter school?

No, Fairhill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fairhill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Fairhill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairhill Elementary?

31.1% of students at Fairhill Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

Fairfax County Public Schools
District Enrollment
180,714
Schools in District
223
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,975
District Rank
#99 of 199

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