School Overview
Fairfield Center School is a public PK–8 educational institution located in the rural community of Fairfield, Vermont. Serving as the primary school for the town’s children, it operates as part of the Maple Run Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that emphasizes both academic development and the social-emotional well-being of its students. By catering to students from preschool through eighth grade, the school plays a central role in the lives of local families, providing a foundational educational experience before students transition to the high school level.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Fairfield Center School focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and active participation. The school leverages its Vermont setting to promote a sense of place, often emphasizing small class sizes and a personalized approach to learning. With a commitment to preparing students for future success, the school maintains clear communication with parents and stakeholders through its digital presence, ensuring that the community remains informed about school policies, events, and the ongoing progress of its student body.
252
Total Students
22.3
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fairfield Center School
Demographic Student Count
White242
Hispanic5
Black1
Two or More3
American Indian1
  • White
    242 (96.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    5 (2.0 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.2 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Maple Run Unified Union School District #57
Phone: (802)827-6639
Website: http://www.maplerun.org/o/fcs
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 252
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 73
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 35
Kindergarten 28
Grade 1 22
Grade 2 22
Grade 3 27
Grade 4 26
Grade 5 25
Grade 6 20
Grade 7 26
Grade 8 21

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fairfield Center School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten35
Kindergarten28
Grade 122
Grade 222
Grade 327
Grade 426
Grade 525
Grade 620
Grade 726
Grade 821
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fairfield Center School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13352.8%
Male11947.2%