Serving 222 students in grades 9-12, Fairfield Local High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Local High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Leesburg, OH, covering approximately 60.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Local High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fairfield Local High School's student population of 222 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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School Rankings
Fairfield Local High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Local High School is 0.10, 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
#846 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2015)
American Indian
1%
n/a
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2012–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2011–2023
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Local High School's ranking?
Fairfield Local High School is ranked #846 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairfield Local High School often compared to?
Fairfield Local High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsboro High School, Lynchburg-clay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield Local High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield Local High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Fairfield Local High School?
222 students attend Fairfield Local High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Fairfield Local High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Local High School?
Fairfield Local High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield Local High School offer ?
Fairfield Local High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Local High School part of?
Fairfield Local High School is part of Fairfield Local School District.
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