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Fairhill ES has got to be one of the best schools in the country. Here's why. The principal and vice principal are intimately involved in al the student body activities. These include greeting children every day, at lunchtime and at all extracurricular activities. The culture of respect is very strong and the teachers are extraordinarily patient, understanding and helpful. The special education staff functions very effectively as a team to successfully connect with special children and tailor effective programs for their development. The fitness, music and art programs are motivating and fun. The PTA is strong and well supported, several events held annually have become popular local traditions. The School Aged Child Care at Fairhill, outside of regular school hours, excels ate prompting students homework, crafts, performing arts and cheer leading. Our family is extremely pleased with this great school.
—Submitted by a parent
I can't say enough good things about Fairhill! All teachers I've met in our 4 years there have been committed and foster a genuine culture of respect. Principal is friendly and accessible, she greets the kids personally most every day! I love that. We are in the AA track now, and that is going really well, all three specialty teachers that have been hired are getting great reviews. THe staff do a number of activities with the kids outside school as well. Evening events are always well attended, and my DD loves seeing her teachers there as well.
—Submitted by a parent
The faculty really go out of their way to make this a tremendous schhol. They volunteer their time and energy for extracurricular activities such as fitness classes before school, and track practice after school. My children have thrived here!
—Submitted by a parent
Fairhill introduced GT Center Level IV Advanced Curriculum in 2007. My older son has participated in the program and have been amazed at the quality of teaching and curriculum. In 1st and 2nd grade, he also got to participate in GT enrichment courses that were excellent. The GT Specialist Ashley Hickcox is amazingly committed to the kids and she is a wonderful teacher. Aside from the GT curriculum, Fairhill is an excellent environment that does not tolerate bullying and reinforces diversity and tolerance.
—Submitted by a parent
Fairhill Elementary School teaches our children not only academics but genuine manners and responsibility for self, community and our world.
—Submitted by a parent
Fairhill Elementary school has high expectations for our children. They know that they are going to school to learn about becoming great global citizens, as well as high achievers in academics. Fairhill teachers our children respect for self, others, and property. They love going to school each day and are constantly recognized for the positive way they behave!
—Submitted by a parent
This school has a small school feel and intimacy. The principal knows a lot of children by name. This is a very caring environment! Also we have been very impressed about the teaching quality.
—Submitted by a parent
We loved our son's kindergarten teacher. And first grade is off to a successful start!
—Submitted by a parent
This is a great school. My daughter goes to this school and we are very happy. The teachers are wonderful .
—Submitted by a parent
We shopped around quite a bit and settled within the Fairhill boundaries because of how much we liked the school. The staff is well qualified; not just the teachers but also the assistants and office support. My children and I love the cultural diversity as well as the way special needs students are integrated with general education kids. A great way to teach tolerance and adaptability. A very welcoming community!
—Submitted by a parent
This is my son's second year at Fairhill (he is is first grade). So far I have been very happy with the school, teacher and principle. I like the fact that is a smaller school and I love the diversity of the students. I also really like the offering of FLEX programs and that the 1st and 2nd graders are starting to learn Chinese as part of their regular curriculum. I look forward to putting my twins in the school for kindergarten next year.
—Submitted by a parent
I had all my kids to start their elementary education at thi sgreat school. I am very satisfied and happy with the teachers and the administration especially the principal.
—Submitted by a parent
My daughter goes to Kindergarten at Fairhill. The school is ok, not the greatest but not bad either. We have been very happy with the staff and teachers. Principle and the Vice principle are very receptive. My daughter has severe allergies and they have done excellent job in preparing themselves and the class teacher for her needs. Full marks too them. One of our bigger disappointments have been that there is extremely little parent involvement. I think other than that its been a pretty good school.
—Submitted by a parent
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The state average for English: Reading was 86% in 2012.
93 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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The state average for History and Social Science was 87% in 2012.
80 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.
93 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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The state average for Science was 90% in 2012.
80 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
The state average for English: Reading was 88% in 2012.
82 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for History and Social Science was 84% in 2012.
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The state average for Math was 70% in 2012.
82 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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2011
2010
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In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.
77 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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2010
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2008
The state average for English: Writing was 87% in 2012.
65 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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The state average for History and Social Science was 89% in 2012.
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The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.
43 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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2011
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The state average for Science was 88% in 2012.
79 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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2011
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In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
The state average for English: Reading was 89% in 2012.
68 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for History and Social Science was 86% in 2012.
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The state average for Math was 74% in 2012.
65 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
| All Students | 94% |
| Female students | 96% |
| Male students | 91% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 94% |
| Hispanic | 94% |
| White students | 94% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 93% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 94% |
| Students with disabilities | 91% |
| Students without disabilities | 94% |
| Limited English proficient students | 92% |
| Proficient in English | 94% |
| Not migrant | 94% |
| All Students | 96% |
| Female students | 98% |
| Male students | 94% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 97% |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White students | 97% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 96% |
| Students with disabilities | 91% |
| Students without disabilities | 97% |
| Limited English proficient students | 100% |
| Proficient in English | 94% |
| Not migrant | 96% |
| All Students | 72% |
| Female students | 73% |
| Male students | 70% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 78% |
| Hispanic | 50% |
| White students | 79% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 67% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 73% |
| Students with disabilities | 45% |
| Students without disabilities | 76% |
| Limited English proficient students | 67% |
| Proficient in English | 76% |
| Not migrant | 72% |
| All Students | 99% |
| Female students | 98% |
| Male students | 100% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 97% |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White students | 100% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 99% |
| Students with disabilities | 100% |
| Students without disabilities | 99% |
| Limited English proficient students | 100% |
| Proficient in English | 98% |
| Not migrant | 99% |
In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
| All Students | 99% |
| Female students | 100% |
| Male students | 98% |
| Black students | 100% |
| Asian students | 100% |
| Hispanic | 93% |
| White students | 100% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 95% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Students with disabilities | 92% |
| Students without disabilities | 100% |
| Limited English proficient students | 97% |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Not migrant | 99% |
| All Students | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Not migrant | n/a |
| All Students | 74% |
| Female students | 79% |
| Male students | 70% |
| Black students | 55% |
| Asian students | 93% |
| Hispanic | 47% |
| White students | 76% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 57% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 80% |
| Students with disabilities | 50% |
| Students without disabilities | 79% |
| Limited English proficient students | 77% |
| Proficient in English | 73% |
| Not migrant | 74% |
In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
| All Students | 97% |
| Female students | 94% |
| Male students | 100% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 97% |
| Hispanic | 92% |
| White students | 100% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 91% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 97% |
| Limited English proficient students | 97% |
| Proficient in English | 98% |
| Not migrant | 97% |
| All Students | 98% |
| Female students | 96% |
| Male students | 100% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 100% |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian students | n/a |
| White students | 95% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 98% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 100% |
| Limited English proficient students | 100% |
| Proficient in English | 98% |
| Not migrant | 98% |
| All Students | n/a |
| Male students | n/a |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Not migrant | n/a |
| All Students | 60% |
| Female students | 42% |
| Male students | 75% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 85% |
| Hispanic | 30% |
| White students | 50% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 56% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 64% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 67% |
| Limited English proficient students | 62% |
| Proficient in English | 59% |
| Not migrant | 60% |
| All Students | 77% |
| Female students | 66% |
| Male students | 86% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 80% |
| Hispanic | 42% |
| White students | 87% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 54% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 87% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 82% |
| Limited English proficient students | 64% |
| Proficient in English | 87% |
| Not migrant | 77% |
In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
| All Students | 99% |
| Female students | 100% |
| Male students | 97% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 100% |
| Hispanic | 92% |
| White students | 100% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 92% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 100% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 100% |
| Limited English proficient students | 94% |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Not migrant | 99% |
| All Students | n/a |
| Male students | n/a |
| Black students | n/a |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Not migrant | n/a |
| All Students | 94% |
| Female students | 97% |
| Male students | 92% |
| Black students | n/a |
| Asian students | 100% |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White students | 96% |
| Students identified as economically disadvantaged | 85% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | 96% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 95% |
| Limited English proficient students | 94% |
| Proficient in English | 94% |
| Not migrant | 94% |
In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) tests to assess students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, writing in grades 5 and 8, science in grades in 3, 5 and 8, and history in grades 3 through 8. The SOL tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.
The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. Data is not reported when there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.
See Virginia's state standards
Source: Virginia Department of Education
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| Ethnicity | This school | State average | ||
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| Asian/Pacific Islander | 42% | 6% | ||
| White | 35% | 57% | ||
| Hispanic | 16% | 9% | ||
| Black | 7% | 26% | ||
| American Indian/Alaska Native | N/A | 0% |
| This school | District average | State average | |
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| Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program | 16% | N/A | 33% |
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| Students per FTE teacher | 16 | N/A | 17 |
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