Below Average
#7542 of 9,539 schools in CA
Fairfield High
High School · Fairfield-Suisun Unified
205 East Atlantic Ave., Fairfield, CA 94533
Enrollment
1,560
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,560
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,542 of 9,539
In Fairfield
#17 of 31
public schools
In district
#13 of 29
Fairfield-Suisun Unified
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About Fairfield High
Fairfield High is a public high school in Fairfield, CA, part of Fairfield-Suisun Unified. Fairfield High serves approximately 1,560 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,542 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fairfield High show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fairfield High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Fairfield High runs 22.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
32% of students at Fairfield High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fairfield High — Students at Fairfield High score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Fairfield High Compares
See how Fairfield High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
205 East Atlantic Ave., Fairfield, CA 94533
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairfield High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Public Safety Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sem Yeto Continuation High (rated 6.5/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Armijo High (rated 5.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sem Yeto Continuation High Fairfield | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Dover Elementary Fairfield | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Centurion Christian Classical School Fairfield | 0.3 mi | — |
| Public Safety Academy Fairfield | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairfield | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Cleo Gordon Elementary Fairfield | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Sullivan Language Immersion Academy Fairfield | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| A+ homeschool Fairfield | 0.9 mi | — |
| Solano Christian Academy Fairfield | 0.9 mi | — |
| SOLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairfield | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Laurel Creek Elementary Fairfield | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Anna Kyle Elementary Fairfield | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary Fairfield | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Grange Middle Fairfield | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| H. Glenn Richardson Fairfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| Weir Preparatory Academy Fairfield | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| TATER TOTS CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN Fairfield | 1.3 mi | — |
| Armijo High Fairfield | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Matt Garcia Career and College Academy Fairfield | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,990
Median Home Value
$497,300
Median Rent
$1,980/mo
Population
78,537
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairfield High
What grades does Fairfield High serve?
Fairfield High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fairfield High?
Fairfield High has an enrollment of approximately 1,560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairfield High?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairfield High is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairfield High rank in CA?
Fairfield High ranks #7,542 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fairfield High's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fairfield High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairfield High has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fairfield High a charter school?
No, Fairfield High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairfield High a Title I school?
No, Fairfield High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairfield High?
62.6% of students at Fairfield High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Solano County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (707) 438-3000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
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District
Fairfield-Suisun Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,413
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,681
- District Rank
- #13 of 29
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