Serving 245 students in grades 6-8, Fairbanks Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairbanks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Fairbanks Middle School's student population of 245 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairbanks Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairbanks Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#660 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
96%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairbanks Middle School's ranking?
Fairbanks Middle School is ranked #660 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Fairbanks Middle School?
245 students attend Fairbanks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Fairbanks Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairbanks Middle School?
Fairbanks Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairbanks Middle School offer ?
Fairbanks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairbanks Middle School part of?
Fairbanks Middle School is part of Fairbanks Local School District.
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