Fairfield Elementary School serves 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 88%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 88%
- Reading Proficiency: 90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfield Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fairfield Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)88%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)90%
88%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
29%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
49%
24%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% TX state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 88% TX state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Elementary School?
348 students attend Fairfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Fairfield Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Elementary School?
Fairfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairfield Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Fairfield Elementary School part of?
Fairfield Elementary School is part of Fairfield Independent School District.
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