Fairhope West Elementary School ranked #61 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #36 in 2019, indicating a downward trend in overall ranking among New Jersey high schools.
Math proficiency was 60%, higher than the state average of 30%, but declined from 84% in 2019, while reading proficiency rose to 77%, higher than the state average of 47%.
Science proficiency was between 70% and 74%, significantly higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 862 students in 2021 to 1,007 in 2023, with minority enrollment around 26%, reflecting a stable demographic composition for this Union County NJ high school.
The school serves grades Pre–K through 6 with 990 students and a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, consistent with its teaching staff levels in recent years.
Free lunch eligibility rose from 23% in 2022 to 35% in 2023, signaling increasing socioeconomic need among the student population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 972 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairhope area with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes, averaging 3.5 miles, and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairhope West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairhope West Elementary School's student population of 972 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
972 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence In Education
School Rankings
Fairhope West Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairhope West Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
9%
31%
White
74%
50%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairhope West Elementary School's ranking?
Fairhope West Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Fairhope West Elementary School?
972 students attend Fairhope West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fairhope West Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairhope West Elementary School?
Fairhope West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairhope West Elementary School offer ?
Fairhope West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairhope West Elementary School part of?
Fairhope West Elementary School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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