FAIRFIELD LOCAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fairfield Local Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fairfield Local school district, located in Leesburg, OH with about 350 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Fairfield Local Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Fairfield Local Elementary School, located in the rural village of Leesburg, Ohio, serves as the primary educational foundation for students in the Fairfield Local School District. As part of a consolidated district, the school focuses on creating a tight-knit community environment where students from the surrounding area receive core instruction in fundamental subjects, including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is committed to fostering both academic growth and character development, aiming to prepare its students for a successful transition to the middle and high school levels.

Beyond its standard curriculum, the school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and maintains a supportive atmosphere typical of small-town Ohio educational institutions. By prioritizing a student-centered approach, Fairfield Local Elementary strives to provide a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning space. Its location on State Route 771 serves as a central hub for the district, reflecting the school’s dedication to providing quality public education to the youth of Leesburg and the surrounding Highland County area.

For more information, contact Fairfield Local Elementary School at (937) 780-2988 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.