Serving 304 students in grades 6-12, Fairlawn High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairlawn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairlawn High School's student population of 304 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairlawn High 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 Fairlawn High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#880 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
99%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Fairlawn High School is a public high school east of Sidney, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Fairlawn Local Schools district. Their nickname is the Jets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairlawn High School's ranking?
Fairlawn High School is ranked #880 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairlawn High School often compared to?
Fairlawn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anna High School, Botkins High School, Sidney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairlawn High School?
The graduation rate of Fairlawn High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fairlawn High School?
304 students attend Fairlawn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Fairlawn High School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairlawn High School?
Fairlawn High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairlawn High School offer ?
Fairlawn High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Fairlawn High School part of?
Fairlawn High School is part of Fairlawn Local School District.
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