Fairfield High School is a public high school in Fairfield, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Fairfield City School District, and serves grades 10–12. The Fairfield City School district serves students in the city of Fairfield and Fairfield Township.
Serving 2,216 students in grades 9-12, Fairfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fairfield High School's student population of 2,216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Rankings
Fairfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2191 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
Black
23%
17%
White
49%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield High School's ranking?
Fairfield High School is ranked #2191 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairfield High School often compared to?
Fairfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield High School is 92%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fairfield High School?
2,216 students attend Fairfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Fairfield High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield High School?
Fairfield High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairfield High School offer ?
Fairfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield High School part of?
Fairfield High School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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