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Fairfield Area Middle School

Fairfield Area SD · Adams County · 4840 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, PA 17320.0

(717)642-8228

5/10
#298
Rank 298 out of 520
Top 57%
English Language Arts4/10 · #325 · 38th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #250 · 52nd percentile
Science5/10 · #249 · 47th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the rolling farmland of Adams County near the Gettysburg battlefield, Fairfield Area Middle School serves a tight-knit rural community where families tend to put down roots and stay. The school lands in the middle of the pack statewide, with math being a relative strength, making it a reasonable fit for families who value a small-school atmosphere over a highly competitive academic environment. Life in Fairfield moves at a quieter pace — think wide open spaces, a strong sense of local pride, and easy access to the history and outdoor recreation that define this corner of south-central Pennsylvania.

Student Demographics

247 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
232 (94%)
Hispanic
5 (2%)
African American
5 (2%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners1 (0%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged69 (28%)
Students with Disabilities33 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

259
Enrollment
22.5
Teachers (FTE)
11.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #446 · 14th percentile

9 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found