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Best Public Schools in Fairfield, IL


At a glance
5
Schools
1,435
Students
4
Districts
1
5-star school
Top rankedNew Hope Elementary School187th of 2,056 Illinois elementary schools
Biggest riser
Jasper Elementary School up 159 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Center Street Elementary School 12.4 students per teacher
Summary:

The city of Fairfield, Illinois is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area serve students from preschool through 12th grade and are spread across 4 different school districts.

Among the standout schools in Fairfield is New Hope Elementary School, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Illinois with a 5-star rating. It has significantly higher proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the state and district averages. Another high-performing school is Jasper Elementary School, which has a 4-star rating and strong academic results, particularly in English Language Arts. In contrast, Center Street Elementary School and North Side Elementary School have more mixed results, with some grade levels performing well and others struggling.

The lone high school in the area, Fairfield Community High School, has a 3-star rating and performs reasonably well, with an 89% four-year graduation rate and test scores near or above the state averages. However, the school's ranking has fluctuated over the past few years, suggesting potential areas for improvement. Overall, the schools in Fairfield demonstrate a range of performance, with some standout institutions and others facing challenges that warrant further investigation.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois State Board of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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