Fairlawn High School is a public high school east of Sidney, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Fairlawn Local Schools district. Their teams are called the Fairlawn Jets. Their mascot is an unnamed aviator. Fairlawn wears blue and white and competes in the Shelby County Athletic League.
Serving 293 students in grades 6-12, Fairlawn High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairlawn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairlawn High School's student population of 293 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Jets
School Rankings
Fairlawn High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairlawn High School is 0.06, which is less 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
#798 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jets
- Fairlawn High School is a public high school east of Sidney, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Fairlawn Local Schools district. Their nickname is the Jets.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairlawn High School's ranking?
Fairlawn High School is ranked #798 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairlawn High School often compared to?
Fairlawn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Botkins High School, Anna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairlawn High School?
The graduation rate of Fairlawn High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Fairlawn High School?
293 students attend Fairlawn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Fairlawn High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairlawn High School?
Fairlawn High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairlawn High School offer ?
Fairlawn High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairlawn High School part of?
Fairlawn High School is part of Fairlawn Local School District.
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