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Fairview Elementary School

480 Lewisberry Rd
New Cumberland, PA 17070
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 238 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairview Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 10% in PA
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Fairview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Fairview Elementary School's student population of 238 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

School Rankings

Fairview Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#240 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
65-69%
38%
75-79%
55%
≥90%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.26
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
Fairview Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fairview Elementary School often compared to?
Fairview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Hanover Elementary School, Davis School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Fairview Elementary School?
238 students attend Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Fairview Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview Elementary School?
Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairview Elementary School offer ?
Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairview Elementary School part of?
Fairview Elementary School is part of West Shore School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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