Serving 619 students in grades 9-12, Fairfield Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Central High serves the entire district of Winnsboro, SC, covering an extensive area of approximately 709.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest points of the zone located about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fairfield Central High School's student population of 619 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
619 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Motto
IT’S GREAT TO BE A GRIFFIN AT FCHS!
School Rankings
Fairfield Central High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Central High School is 0.25, 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
#199 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
86%
31%
White
8%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Central High School's ranking?
Fairfield Central High School is ranked #199 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Fairfield Central High School often compared to?
Fairfield Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chester Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield Central High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield Central High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fairfield Central High School?
619 students attend Fairfield Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Fairfield Central High School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Central High School?
Fairfield Central High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairfield Central High School offer ?
Fairfield Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairfield Central High School part of?
Fairfield Central High School is part of Fairfield 01 School District.
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