At a glance
Reported students
870
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
37.75
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
23:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Ohio elementary enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 1,712 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
756
Fairfield West Elementary School: 870 reported students.
State peer staffing position
95th percentile
23:1 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
- 801
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 20.8:1
What the reported data says about Fairfield West Elementary School
Fairfield West 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 870 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 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 23:1, 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%) and Black (21.4%). English learners represent 16.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.6%. 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 West Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 23:1 student–teacher ratio and 37.75 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
- 16.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 60%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- 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%
- Hispanic13.2%
- Black21.4%
- Asian8.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.7%
- Multiracial9.4%
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 Central Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
756 reported students
Fairfield Compass Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
746 reported students
Fairfield South Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
677 reported students
Fairfield East Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
650 reported students
Fairfield North Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
629 reported students
Crossroads Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,111 reported students
Public schools near Fairfield West 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Elementary School Elementary · Hamilton City | PK–06 | 674 | 0.8 mi |
| Fairfield South Elementary School Elementary · Fairfield City | PK–05 | 677 | 1.4 mi |
| Fairfield Central Elementary School Elementary · Fairfield City | KG–05 | 756 | 1.8 mi |
| Richard Allen Academy Elementary · Charter · Richard Allen Academy | KG–06 | 124 | 2.7 mi |
| Riverview Elementary School Elementary · Hamilton City | PK–06 | 640 | 2.8 mi |
| Crawford Woods Elementary School Elementary · Hamilton City | KG–06 | 564 | 2.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Fairfield West Elementary School
What grades does Fairfield West Elementary School serve?
Fairfield West 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 West Elementary School?
Fairfield West Elementary School reported 870 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 1,712 Ohio elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 801 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Fairfield West Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 23:1, based on 870 students and 37.75 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 West Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Fairfield West 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 West Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
60% 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 West Elementary School in?
Fairfield West 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 West Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Linden Elementary School (0.8 mi), Fairfield South Elementary School (1.4 mi), Fairfield Central Elementary School (1.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.