Serving 277 students in grades 9-12, Fairfield Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 61.7 square miles around Fairfield, PA. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fairfield Area High School's student population of 277 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Fairfield Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Area High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1588 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Green Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Area High School's ranking?
Fairfield Area High School is ranked #1588 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Fairfield Area High School often compared to?
Fairfield Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gettysburg Area High School, New Oxford Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield Area High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield Area High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Fairfield Area High School?
277 students attend Fairfield Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Fairfield Area High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Area High School?
Fairfield Area High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairfield Area High School offer ?
Fairfield Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Area High School part of?
Fairfield Area High School is part of Fairfield Area School District.
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