Serving 872 students in grades 7-12, Fairfield Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfield Jr-sr High School's student population of 872 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
872 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairfield Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Jr-sr High School is 0.22, which is less 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
#645 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
88%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School is ranked #645 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fairfield Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Fairfield Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge High School, Jimtown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield Jr-sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fairfield Jr-sr High School?
872 students attend Fairfield Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Fairfield Jr-sr High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Jr-sr High School?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fairfield Jr-sr High School offer ?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Fairfield Jr-sr High School part of?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School is part of Fairfield Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 12/5/2020
Fairfield has done a great job at providing support as well as guidance in my transition to Fairfield. The staff has been so nice and understanding of my situation. I am so lucky to be a part of this schools's community.
1 4/7/2017
This school does not help its students, parents, or teachers.
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