At a glance
Reported students
677
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
34
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Ohio elementary enrollment
90th percentile
Compared with 1,712 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
756
Fairfield South Elementary School: 677 reported students.
State peer staffing position
81st percentile
19.9:1 reported; state peer median 17.4:1. 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
- 755
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22.5:1
What the reported data says about Fairfield South Elementary School
Fairfield South Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Fairfield. It is one of 11 current school records connected to Fairfield City. NCES reports 677 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,712 elementary schools in Ohio with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 391.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 90th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.9:1, above the Ohio median of 17.4:1 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 (46.4%) and Black (22.7%). English learners represent 13.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13%. 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 Fairfield South Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 19.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 34 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 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 13.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 13%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 54.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- 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
- White46.4%
- Hispanic10.6%
- Black22.7%
- Asian11.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.4%
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 Fairfield City
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Fairfield East Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
650 reported students
Fairfield North Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
629 reported students
Fairfield Compass Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
746 reported students
Fairfield Central Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
756 reported students
Fairfield West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
870 reported students
Crossroads Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,111 reported students
Public schools near Fairfield South Elementary School
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Central Elementary School Elementary · Fairfield City | KG–05 | 756 | 1.3 mi |
| Fairfield West Elementary School Elementary · Fairfield City | PK–05 | 870 | 1.4 mi |
| Linden Elementary School Elementary · Hamilton City | PK–06 | 674 | 1.7 mi |
| Fairfield Compass Elementary Elementary · Fairfield City | KG–05 | 746 | 2.1 mi |
| Pleasant Run Elementary School Elementary · Northwest Local | KG–05 | 759 | 2.4 mi |
| Richard Allen Academy Elementary · Charter · Richard Allen Academy | KG–06 | 124 | 3.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Fairfield South Elementary School
What grades does Fairfield South Elementary School serve?
Fairfield South Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Fairfield City.
How many students attend Fairfield South Elementary School?
Fairfield South Elementary School reported 677 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 90th percentile among 1,712 Ohio elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 755 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Fairfield South Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 19.9:1, based on 677 students and 34 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Ohio median for the same school level is 17.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Fairfield South Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Fairfield South Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Fairfield City attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Fairfield South Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
54.8% 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 Fairfield South Elementary School in?
Fairfield South Elementary School is part of Fairfield City, based in Fairfield, OH, which operates 11 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Fairfield South Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Fairfield Central Elementary School (1.3 mi), Fairfield West Elementary School (1.4 mi), Linden Elementary School (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.