Serving 262 students in grades 1-2, Fairview Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairview Park Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fairview Park Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Fairview Park Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Clay Central-everly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Fairview Park Elementary School?
262 students attend Fairview Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Fairview Park Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Park Elementary School?
Fairview Park Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairview Park Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairview Park Elementary School part of?
Fairview Park Elementary School is part of Spencer Community School District.
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