School Overview
Fairfield Center School is a public PK–8 educational institution located in the rural community of Fairfield, Vermont. Serving as the primary school for the town’s children, it operates as part of the Maple Run Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that emphasizes both academic development and the social-emotional well-being of its students. By catering to students from preschool through eighth grade, the school plays a central role in the lives of local families, providing a foundational educational experience before students transition to the high school level.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Fairfield Center School focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages student engagement and active participation. The school leverages its Vermont setting to promote a sense of place, often emphasizing small class sizes and a personalized approach to learning. With a commitment to preparing students for future success, the school maintains clear communication with parents and stakeholders through its digital presence, ensuring that the community remains informed about school policies, events, and the ongoing progress of its student body.
249
Total Students
19.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fairfield Center School
Demographic Student Count
White234
Hispanic13
Two or More2
  • White
    234 (94.0%)
  • Hispanic
    13 (5.2%)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.8%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Maple Run Unified Union School District #57
Phone: (802)827-6639
Website: http://www.maplerun.org/o/fcs
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 249
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 73
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 33
Kindergarten 22
Grade 1 16
Grade 2 29
Grade 3 21
Grade 4 22
Grade 5 28
Grade 6 27
Grade 7 28
Grade 8 23

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fairfield Center School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten33
Kindergarten22
Grade 116
Grade 229
Grade 321
Grade 422
Grade 528
Grade 627
Grade 728
Grade 823
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fairfield Center School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13654.6%
Male11345.4%