The Fairfield School in Van Nuys, CA, serves 101 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a nonsectarian, central city setting.
The school employs 8 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 for its regular elementary and secondary programs.
The Fairfield School has a 14.7% student population representing diverse ethnic backgrounds.
It is a member of the European Council for International Schools, reflecting its connection to international education standards.
Tuition details are not specified; however, the average private elementary school tuition in Van Nuys is $16,921, providing local context for affordability.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
101 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Fairfield School?
The application deadline for The Fairfield School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Fairfield School is North Hills Prep (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Bridget Of Sweden (0.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
7120 Whitaker Ave
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 785-4422
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 785-4422
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Tuition listed
Valley Montessori
Montessori School
17249 Sherman Way
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 343-7738
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 343-7738
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
17424 Sherman Way
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 776-0011
Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 776-0011
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 30 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Busy Little Fingers EEC
Daycare / Preschool
7556 Hesperia Ave
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 345-1737
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 345-1737
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-K | 61 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
St. Catherine Of Siena School
(Catholic)
18125 Sherman Way
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 343-9880
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 343-9880
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 94 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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