B+
Above Average
82/100

Fairmount Elem.

📚 Pre-K – 05 🏫 Elementary
📍 120 N CEDAR AVE, Independence, MO 64053
82
Repit Score
out of 100
330
Students
enrolled
15.9:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$16K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $16,029 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 120 N CEDAR AVE
City Independence
ZIP Code 64053
District 2915480
NCES School ID 291548003099
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 64053

Understanding the community around Fairmount Elem. helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $42,101
Per Capita Income $25,490
Poverty Rate 25.5%
Households Earning $100K+ 10.8%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.5%
High School or Higher 77.5%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $73,300
Median Rent $942
Owner-Occupied 51.6%
Renter-Occupied 48.4%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Fairmount Elem..

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 43.0%
White 40.0%
Black 10.3%
Two or More Races 5.5%
American Indian 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.9%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 330
Teachers (FTE) 20.8
Student:Teacher Ratio 15.9:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Fairmount Elem.?
Fairmount Elem. has a Repit School Score of 82 out of 100, earning a grade of B+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Fairmount Elem.?
Fairmount Elem. has 330 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1.
What grades does Fairmount Elem. serve?
Fairmount Elem. serves grades Pre-K – 05 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Fairmount Elem. receive per student?
Fairmount Elem. receives $16,029 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Fairmount Elem. in 64053 ▼
Avg Home Value
$123,262
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,082
1-Year Change
+5.1%
% Renters
48.4%

Other Schools in 64053

B

VAN HORN HIGH

09 – 12 • High School
Repit Score 70/100
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026