At a glance
Reported students
646
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
38.35
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
North Carolina elementary enrollment
82nd percentile
Compared with 1,460 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
490
Fairview Elementary: 646 reported students.
State peer staffing position
87th percentile
16.8:1 reported; state peer median 14.7:1. 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
- 629
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38.8
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.2:1
What the reported data says about Fairview Elementary
Fairview Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Fairview. It is one of 45 current school records connected to Buncombe County Schools. NCES reports 646 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,460 elementary schools in North Carolina with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 458 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 82nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.8:1, above the North Carolina median of 14.7:1 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 (85.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (8.2%). English learners represent 3.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Fairview Elementary
- 1How do the reported 16.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 38.35 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 1.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 97.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White85.9%
- Hispanic8.2%
- Black1.2%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.9%
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
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 Buncombe County Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
North Buncombe Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
593 reported students
Sand Hill-Venable Elem
Elementary · Grades PK–04
590 reported students
West Buncombe Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–04
580 reported students
Avery's Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
557 reported students
Estes Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
754 reported students
Glen Arden Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–04
505 reported students
Public schools near Fairview 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArtSpace Charter School Elementary · Charter · ArtSpace Charter | KG–08 | 402 | 5.1 mi |
| Williams Elementary Elementary · Buncombe County Schools | PK–05 | 451 | 5.6 mi |
| Glen Arden Elementary Elementary · Buncombe County Schools | PK–04 | 505 | 6.1 mi |
| Oakley Elementary Elementary · Buncombe County Schools | PK–05 | 502 | 6.4 mi |
| Bell Elementary Elementary · Buncombe County Schools | 01–05 | 224 | 6.5 mi |
| Haw Creek Elementary Elementary · Buncombe County Schools | PK–05 | 402 | 7.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Fairview Elementary
What grades does Fairview Elementary serve?
Fairview Elementary reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Buncombe County Schools.
How many students attend Fairview Elementary?
Fairview Elementary reported 646 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 82nd percentile among 1,460 North Carolina elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 629 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Fairview Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 16.8:1, based on 646 students and 38.35 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The North Carolina median for the same school level is 14.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Fairview Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Fairview Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Buncombe County Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Fairview Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
97.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Fairview Elementary in?
Fairview Elementary is part of Buncombe County Schools, based in Asheville, NC, which operates 45 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Fairview Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include ArtSpace Charter School (5.1 mi), Williams Elementary (5.6 mi), Glen Arden Elementary (6.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.