For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,348 students in Fairfield, AL (there are 2 private schools, serving 440 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in Fairfield, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Fairfield, AL are Glen Oaks Intermediate School, Robinson Primary School and C J Donald Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fairfield, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Fairfield have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Fairfield, AL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Oaks Intermediate School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Highland Dr
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6837
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6837
Gr: 3-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Robinson Primary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 61st St
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6827
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6827
Gr: K-2 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
C J Donald Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
715 Valley Rd
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6823
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6823
Gr: 6-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #44.
Fairfield High Preparatory School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
610 Valley Rd
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 785-5176
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 785-5176
Gr: 9-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Fairfield Alternative School
Alternative School
6405 Ave D
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6847
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6847
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Fairfield Area Vocational School
Vocational School
610 Valley Rd
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6850
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6850
Gr: 10-12
Fairfield, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7000 Graselli Rd
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6841
Fairfield, AL 35064
(205) 783-6841
Gr: 6-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Fairfield, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in Fairfield, AL include Glen Oaks Intermediate School, Robinson Primary School and C J Donald Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Fairfield?
6 public schools are located in Fairfield.
What percentage of students in Fairfield go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in Fairfield are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Fairfield?
Fairfield public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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