Fairfield Middle School

Fairfield Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 5-8
404 W Fillmore Ave,  Fairfield, IA
Fairfield Community School District
3.8
4.9
418 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
65%
Reading Proficiency
80%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
80%
Math Proficiency
65%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.2%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
69.2%
Science
63%
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
249:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.5%
Female
47.3%
White
79%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.1%
Black
1.8%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 4 Reviews
5.0 Works Here
1/21/2025
Fairfield Middle School is a great, 5-8 building in a wonderful, small community. FMS is led by an amazing, hard-working principal, Carly Marten, and has so many dedicated teachers. As both a teacher and parent, I can tell you that Fairfield Middle School is a great school.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.9 18 Reviews
5.0 other
1/24/2025
I have been employed here for 25 years and it has been the best place to work! I have also grown up here in Fairfield and went to this school. The atmosphere when I was young to now has been a great experience and would recommend moving to Fairfield. Our community is very diverted and easy going. If...
4.0 student
1/23/2025
Overall Fairfield Middle School is a great school to be at. There are a couple things that the school needs improve. One thing is that the school is very old and we need a new one. The reason we need a new one is that we have lots of leeks were water will come into rooms. My Trojan Time teacher will...
principal
1/22/2025
I have enjoyed working with this staff! It is an amazing place to work. The administration supports the students and the teachers in the right ways. Come work here!
5.0 parent
1/22/2025
When you walk into the Fairfield Middle School you will see a great group of staff members that strive on a day-to-day basis to to engage students in a positive way. Students greet guests with enthusiasm and excitement and are willing to talk about their experiences within the buildings. If you go o...

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Fairfield Middle School is a public school for students in grades 5-8 in Fairfield, IA and is served by the Fairfield Community School District in Iowa. The school has a total enrollment of 418 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 65% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 80% are proficient in reading. Fairfield Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fairfield High School, Maharishi School, Pence Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Fairfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Fairfield Middle School.

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