Serving 311 students in grades 7-8, Fairfield Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Winnsboro, SC, encompassing approximately 709.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 14.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairfield Middle School's student population of 311 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#913 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
81%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Middle School's ranking?
Fairfield Middle School is ranked #913 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Middle School?
311 students attend Fairfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Fairfield Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Middle School?
Fairfield Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairfield Middle School offer ?
Fairfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairfield Middle School part of?
Fairfield Middle School is part of Fairfield 01 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Fairfeild Middle School located in Winnsboro S.C is a terrible place to send your child. They do not have the resourses for abused children and push any problems under the rug. I am a former student and I was bullied by the 8th graders yet they did nothing when i reported it. When I was hospitalized for depression and tried to cut my wrists at school they punished me instead of trying to figure the puzzle out or even asking why I would do such a thing.The teachers sit on there phones and do not try to help you understand things. Fairfield County Schools public and non-public are a definate answer no to send your children!
5 10/10/2025
This is a very good school. My daughters went to this school. The teachers, faculty and staff both did they best to work with my daughters. I always worked with my daughters and I also volunteered alot. They have grea activities to qet involved with. I want to thank the faculty and staff, also the teachers yall did a very good job at working with them.
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