Fairfield High School is a public high school in Fairfield, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Fairfield City School District, and serves grades 10–12. The Fairfield City School district serves students in the city of Fairfield and Fairfield Township.
Serving 2,255 students in grades 9-12, Fairfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Fairfield, OH, covering an area of approximately 35.3 square miles. Typically, students can expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfield High School's student population of 2,255 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence. Preparation for Life. Opportunities for All.
School Rankings
Fairfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2199 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
22%
17%
White
49%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield High School's ranking?
Fairfield High School is ranked #2199 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairfield High School often compared to?
Fairfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton High School, Edgewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield High School is 91%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fairfield High School?
2,255 students attend Fairfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Fairfield High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield High School?
Fairfield High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield High School offer ?
Fairfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield High School part of?
Fairfield High School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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