Serving 218 students in grades 6-8, Fairfield Local Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Local Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Fairfield Local Middle School's student population of 218 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
218 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Fairfield Local Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Local Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#760 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
1%
8%

Black
1%
17%

White
95%
66%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Local Middle School's ranking?
Fairfield Local Middle School is ranked #760 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Local Middle School?
218 students attend Fairfield Local Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Fairfield Local Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Local Middle School?
Fairfield Local Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield Local Middle School offer ?
Fairfield Local Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fairfield Local Middle School part of?
Fairfield Local Middle School is part of Fairfield Local School District.
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