Serving 107 students in grades 9-12, Fairfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fairfield, MT, covering approximately 279.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a driving time of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fairfield High School's student population of 107 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
107 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A small community with a big heart!
School Rankings
Fairfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#367 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield High School's ranking?
Fairfield High School is ranked #367 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield High School is 90%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Fairfield High School?
107 students attend Fairfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Fairfield High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield High School?
Fairfield High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairfield High School offer ?
Fairfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairfield High School part of?
Fairfield High School is part of Fairfield High School District.
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