Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Fairview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Fairview Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Fairview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
51%
31%
White
20%
38%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Fairview Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Dover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
287 students attend Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Fairview Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fairview Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairview Elementary School part of?
Fairview Elementary School is part of Capital School District.
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