Summary:
Fairfield High School is a public high school in Fairfield, Texas, serving 489 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Fairfield Independent School District, which is ranked 427 out of 968 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Fairfield High School stands out for its consistently high graduation rates, ranging from 88.6% to 97.7% over the past few years, outperforming the state average. The school also has relatively low dropout rates, between 0.7% and 1.4%, which are lower than the state average. Academically, Fairfield High School's STAAR EOC (End of Course) test scores are generally higher than the state averages, particularly in subjects like Biology, English II Reading, and U.S. History. Additionally, the school's Gifted and Talented program has consistently ranked in the top 25% of Texas high schools, indicating a strong focus on advanced academics.
While Fairfield High School has historically performed well, its statewide ranking has declined from a high of 77 out of 1,734 Texas high schools in 2013-2014 to 833 out of 1,987 in 2023-2024. This suggests that the school may be facing challenges in maintaining its academic excellence compared to other high-performing schools in the state. Interestingly, the school's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups, with female students generally outperforming male students and disparities observed among African American, Hispanic, and White students. Compared to nearby schools, such as Cayuga High School, Fairfield High School generally outperforms in terms of graduation rates and overall statewide ranking, but some nearby schools have higher STAAR EOC proficiency rates in certain subjects, indicating potential areas for improvement.
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Detail:
Student/teacher ratio: 12.0
Number of students: 523
Racial breakdown:
White:
53.7%
Hispanic:
25.8%
African American:
13.8%
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Two or more races:
4.8%
Asian:
1.5%
American Indian:
0.2%
Pacific Islander:
0.2%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 53%
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