Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fairfield Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Fairfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
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Fairfield Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a rigorous education that fosters critical thinking, character, leadership, confidence, and resilience.
Fairfield Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1190 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
n/a
15%
White
80%
40%
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
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Fairfield Elementary School's ranking?
Fairfield Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fairfield Elementary School often compared to?
Fairfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Unqua Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Elementary School?
524 students attend Fairfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Fairfield Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Elementary School?
Fairfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fairfield Elementary School offer ?
Fairfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairfield Elementary School part of?
Fairfield Elementary School is part of Massapequa Union Free School District.
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