Serving 780 students in grades 9-12, Fairmont High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North 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 30-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairmont High serves the southern part of Fairmont, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 200.6 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairmont High School's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
One Team, One Goal
School Rankings
Fairmont High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairmont High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2197 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
25%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
Showing 2002–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmont High School's ranking?
Fairmont High School is ranked #2197 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Fairmont High School often compared to?
Fairmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purnell Swett High School, East Bladen High School, Lumberton Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairmont High School?
The graduation rate of Fairmont High School is 82%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Fairmont High School?
780 students attend Fairmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Fairmont High School students are Black, 25% of students are American Indian, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairmont High School?
Fairmont High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fairmont High School offer ?
Fairmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairmont High School part of?
Fairmont High School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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