Fairfax Elementary School in Valley, AL ranked #674 in the state in 2023, an improvement from #884 in 2014 but with fluctuations over the past decade indicating variable overall performance among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency declined to 18% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 47%, approximately equal to the state average; science proficiency ranged between 35–39%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment grew from 528 students in 2014 to 674 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 51%, including 255 Black (non–Hispanic) and 59 Hispanic students; 62% of students qualified for free lunch in 2023, reflecting socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades Pre–Kindergarten through 5 with an enrollment of 674 students and a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 in 2023, consistent with historical ratios near 19:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley area residents enjoy a 5-10 minute drive to school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles and a maximum of 6.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfax Elementary School's student population of 674 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Fairfax Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfax Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
38%
32%
White
49%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfax Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfax Elementary School is ranked #674 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Fairfax Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfax Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huguley Elementary School, Bob Hardingshawmut Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Fairfax Elementary School?
674 students attend Fairfax Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Fairfax Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfax Elementary School?
Fairfax Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfax Elementary School offer ?
Fairfax Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfax Elementary School part of?
Fairfax Elementary School is part of Chambers County School District.
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