Serving 861 students in grades 7-12, Fairfield Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fairfield Jr-sr High School's student population of 861 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairfield Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Jr-sr High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School is ranked #549 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fairfield Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Fairfield Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge High School, Jimtown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fairfield Jr-sr High School?
861 students attend Fairfield Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Fairfield Jr-sr High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Jr-sr High School?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fairfield Jr-sr High School offer ?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Fairfield Jr-sr High School part of?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School is part of Fairfield Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/5/2020
Fairfield has done a great job at providing support as well as guidance in my transition to Fairfield. The staff has been so nice and understanding of my situation. I am so lucky to be a part of this schools's community.
1 4/7/2017
This school does not help its students, parents, or teachers.
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