Serving 875 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 38% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to 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 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fairfield Jr-sr High School's student population of 875 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Fairfield Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Fairfield Jr-sr High School is ranked #549 out of 1,763 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Fairfield Jr-sr High School?
875 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 15:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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