Serving 1,090 students in grades 9-12, Fairborn 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 33% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairborn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fairborn High School's student population of 1,090 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,090 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairborn High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairborn High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1705 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
12%
17%
White
74%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairborn High School's ranking?
Fairborn High School is ranked #1705 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Fairborn High School often compared to?
Fairborn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel High School, Northwestern Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairborn High School?
The graduation rate of Fairborn High School is 89%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fairborn High School?
1,090 students attend Fairborn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fairborn High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairborn High School?
Fairborn High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairborn High School offer ?
Fairborn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fairborn High School part of?
Fairborn High School is part of Fairborn City School District.
School Reviews
2 5/10/2010
Quality of academic programs: A LOT of the teachers are very biased and racist.. and the school is more focused on Airforce and training left-brainers.. Join if u want a future in the airforce.. but nothing else
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