Serving 252 students in grades 9-12, Allendale-fairfax High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Allendale Fairfax High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Fairfax, SC, covering approximately 412.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone is around 20-30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 12.1 miles and the furthest edge located 21.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allendale-fairfax High School's student population of 252 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Allendale-fairfax High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allendale-fairfax High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
93%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
65-69%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allendale-fairfax High School's ranking?
Allendale-fairfax High School is ranked #383 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Allendale-fairfax High School often compared to?
Allendale-fairfax High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allendale-fairfax Middle School, Allendale-fairfax Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Allendale-fairfax High School?
The graduation rate of Allendale-fairfax High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Allendale-fairfax High School?
252 students attend Allendale-fairfax High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Allendale-fairfax High School students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allendale-fairfax High School?
Allendale-fairfax High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Allendale-fairfax High School offer ?
Allendale-fairfax High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Allendale-fairfax High School part of?
Allendale-fairfax High School is part of Allendale 01 School District.
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