At a glance
Reported students
913
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
56.14
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Alabama elementary enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 696 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
751.5
Fairhope East Elementary: 913 reported students.
State peer staffing position
39th percentile
16.3:1 reported; state peer median 16.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 719
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54.84
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.1:1
What the reported data says about Fairhope East Elementary
Fairhope East Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Fairhope. It is one of 45 current school records connected to Baldwin County. NCES reports 913 students for 2024–25.
Among 696 elementary schools in Alabama with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 471 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.3:1, close to the Alabama median of 16.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (80.8%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.1%). English learners represent 2.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 54%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Fairhope East Elementary
- 1How do the reported 16.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 56.14 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 54%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 20.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White80.8%
- Hispanic9.1%
- Black2.7%
- Asian2.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial4.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Baldwin County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Magnolia School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
944 reported students
Daphne East Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
947 reported students
Fairhope West Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
972 reported students
Bay Minette Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
814 reported students
J Larry Newton School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
804 reported students
Foley Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
1,022 reported students
Public schools near Fairhope East Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhope West Elementary Elementary · Baldwin County | PK–06 | 972 | 1.5 mi |
| J Larry Newton School Elementary · Baldwin County | PK–06 | 804 | 3.8 mi |
| Belforest Elementary School Elementary · Baldwin County | KG–06 | 1,069 | 6 mi |
| Daphne East Elementary School Elementary · Baldwin County | PK–06 | 947 | 6.1 mi |
| Daphne Elementary School Elementary · Baldwin County | PK–03 | 671 | 6.2 mi |
| Silverhill School Elementary · Baldwin County | PK–06 | 497 | 7.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Fairhope East Elementary
What grades does Fairhope East Elementary serve?
Fairhope East Elementary reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Baldwin County.
How many students attend Fairhope East Elementary?
Fairhope East Elementary reported 913 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 696 Alabama elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 719 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Fairhope East Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 16.3:1, based on 913 students and 56.14 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Alabama median for the same school level is 16.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Fairhope East Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Fairhope East Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Baldwin County attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Fairhope East Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
20.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Fairhope East Elementary in?
Fairhope East Elementary is part of Baldwin County, based in Bay Minette, AL, which operates 45 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Fairhope East Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Fairhope West Elementary (1.5 mi), J Larry Newton School (3.8 mi), Belforest Elementary School (6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.