Serving 257 students in grades 7-12, Fairview High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairview High School's attendance zone covers the entire Ashland, KY school district, encompassing approximately 2.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairview High School's student population of 257 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Fairview High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairview High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1074 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
92%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairview High School's ranking?
Fairview High School is ranked #1074 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Fairview High School often compared to?
Fairview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul G. Blazer High School, Boyd County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairview High School?
The graduation rate of Fairview High School is 90%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Fairview High School?
257 students attend Fairview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Fairview High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairview High School?
Fairview High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fairview High School offer ?
Fairview High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairview High School part of?
Fairview High School is part of Fairview Independent School District.
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