Fairfield High School

Fairfield High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
605 E Broadway Ave,  Fairfield, IA
Fairfield Community School District
3.1
3.4
476 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
50%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Average GPA
3.48
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C+
Teachers
C
College Prep
C-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Reading Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
50%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
31
Full Time Teachers
31
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
570
Verbal
600
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
24
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
30.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
63.2%
Science
59.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
266:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.9%
Female
46.6%
White
85.5%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.1%
Black
1.9%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 90 Students
Iowa State University 68 Students
University of Northern Iowa 48 Students
Indian Hills Community College 34 Students
Drake University 28 Students
Central College 26 Students
Wartburg College 15 Students
Kirkwood Community College 13 Students
Simpson College 12 Students
Coe College 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 20 Students
Nursing 13 Students
Business 12 Students
Biology 12 Students
Computer Science 11 Students
Elementary Education 10 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 8 Students
Political Science and Government 7 Students
Creative Writing 7 Students
Arts 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.1 41 Reviews
3.0 Senior
9/18/2024
There are a lot of good parts but also a lot of bad parts. Recently, teachers who are egomaniacs have been hired, but there are still many good teachers I respect and look up to.
3.0 Alum
4/3/2020
I personally did not enjoy the atmosphere at this school. Politics seemed to be a large part of the student body, and I personally had the opposite beliefs. This area is largely Democratic, and I felt that if I ever voiced my beliefs I would be shunned by students and some faculty.
4.0 Senior
9/26/2018
The staff and faculty is what makes the school unique. Teachers here are genuinely invested in the wellbeing and academic success of their students.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 7 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/22/2025
Moving to the community this year was a journey for our family and the high school has welcomed our two children with open arms. We are lucky to be here!
5.0 other
1/16/2025
The new principal this year has done a phenomenal job building rapport with all staff and looking at positive ways to enhance the educational experience for all students.
1.0 other
6/9/2019
This school is pathetic. The treatment of students with learning disabilities is completely unacceptable and bullying is always looked over. There are little consequences for students actions no matter how severe. The teachers pressure students to participate in extracurricular activities so hard th...
2.0 parent
4/20/2013
If you're not from "around here" make sure you have good connections before relocating here. There is a very strong 'you're from here or you're not' sentiment throughout - students and staff. Typical small town clicks and power bullies keep administrators busy. Academics are typical small tourist to...

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