Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairmoor Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairmoor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fairmoor Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Fairmoor Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairmoor Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3059 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
71%
17%
White
6%
65%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmoor Elementary School's ranking?
Fairmoor Elementary School is ranked #3059 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairmoor Elementary School?
461 students attend Fairmoor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Fairmoor Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairmoor Elementary School?
Fairmoor Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairmoor Elementary School offer ?
Fairmoor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairmoor Elementary School part of?
Fairmoor Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Fairmoor Elementary School located?
Fairmoor Elementary School is located in the Eastmoor neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Eastmoor.
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