Fairwood Alternative Elementary School

237 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Fairwood Alternative Elementary School, located in the Driving Park neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio, serves students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Columbus City Schools district, the school operates under an "alternative" model, which typically means it offers a specialized educational approach or curriculum designed to provide families with options beyond the standard neighborhood school structure. The school is committed to fostering a supportive community environment where academic growth and social-emotional development are prioritized to meet the diverse needs of its student population.

The school is situated in a historic area of Columbus and serves as a central hub for local families. With a focus on academic achievement and community engagement, Fairwood Alternative strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student participation and parental involvement. By utilizing structured programs and a dedicated teaching staff, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, emphasizing foundational literacy, mathematics, and collaborative learning experiences within a nurturing educational setting.
237
Total Students
17.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fairwood Alternative Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic17
Black192
Two or More24
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    192 (81.0 %)
  • Two or More
    24 (10.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (7.2 %)
  • White
    3 (1.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Columbus City Schools District
Phone: (614)365-6111
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 237
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 18
Kindergarten 39
Grade 1 37
Grade 2 26
Grade 3 32
Grade 4 23
Grade 5 23
Grade 6 39

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fairwood Alternative Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten18
Kindergarten39
Grade 137
Grade 226
Grade 332
Grade 423
Grade 523
Grade 639
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fairwood Alternative Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11950.2%
Male11849.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)