Serving 348 students in grades 3-5, Fairfield Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fairfield school district, covering approximately 461.3 square miles in Fairfield, TX. Most students typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfield Intermediate School's student population of 348 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating All Students for Success
School Rankings
Fairfield Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Intermediate School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3250 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
31%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
51%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Intermediate School's ranking?
Fairfield Intermediate School is ranked #3250 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Intermediate School?
348 students attend Fairfield Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Fairfield Intermediate School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Intermediate School?
Fairfield Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairfield Intermediate School offer ?
Fairfield Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Fairfield Intermediate School part of?
Fairfield Intermediate School is part of Fairfield Independent School District.
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