Serving 444 students in grades 9-12, Fairfield Comm High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Comm High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Fairfield, IL, encompassing approximately 221 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 13.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fairfield Comm High School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Fairfield Comm High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Comm High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1645 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mules
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Comm High School's ranking?
Fairfield Comm High School is ranked #1645 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fairfield Comm High School often compared to?
Fairfield Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne City High School, Cisne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield Comm High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fairfield Comm High School?
444 students attend Fairfield Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Fairfield Comm High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Comm High School?
Fairfield Comm High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairfield Comm High School offer ?
Fairfield Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fairfield Comm High School part of?
Fairfield Comm High School is part of Fairfield Comm H S Dist 225 School District.
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