FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fairfield Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rockbridge County Public Schools school district, located in Fairfield, VA with about 312 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 22 teachers, Fairfield Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Elementary is a public school located in the rural community of Fairfield, Virginia, and serves as part of the Rockbridge County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the primary grades, emphasizing a foundational education that encourages both academic growth and social development. By integrating core curriculum standards with a focus on student engagement, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school within the district.

Beyond the classroom, Fairfield Elementary reflects the close-knit culture of the Rockbridge County area, often leveraging its community setting to provide a personalized educational experience. The school staff focuses on building strong partnerships with families to support student well-being and achievement. For parents and community members interested in academic calendars, school policies, or district updates, the school maintains an official web portal at http://fes.rockbridge.k12.va.us to ensure consistent communication and transparency.

For more information, contact Fairfield Elementary at (540) 348-5202 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

20 Fairfield School Rd
Fairfield, VA 24435
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FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Fairfield, VA with about 312 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
312
Teachers:
22
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 312 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.

White
87.5%
Hispanic/Latino
8.3%
Two or more races
2.6%
Black or African American
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.