Serving 936 students in grades 6-8, Fairfield Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Middle serves the northeast part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Most families typically have a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfield Middle School's student population of 936 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
936 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Fairfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1678 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
87%
21%
White
2%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Middle School's ranking?
Fairfield Middle School is ranked #1678 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Fairfield Middle School often compared to?
Fairfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elko Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Middle School?
936 students attend Fairfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Fairfield Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Middle School?
Fairfield Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairfield Middle School offer ?
Fairfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairfield Middle School part of?
Fairfield Middle School is part of Henrico County School District.
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