Fairfield Ludlowe High School is a co-educational secondary school located in Fairfield, Connecticut, United States. Before Roger Ludlowe Middle School opened up on campus in 1998, Fairfield Ludlowe High School served as the middle school when the middle school students went to Fairfield Warde High School.
Serving 1,367 students in grades 9-12, Fairfield Ludlowe High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Ludlowe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fairfield Ludlowe High School's student population of 1,367 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Blue and White
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
Go Falcons!
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Fairfield Ludlowe High School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Ludlowe High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#79 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
75%
46%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Ludlowe High School's ranking?
Fairfield Ludlowe High School is ranked #79 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Fairfield Ludlowe High School often compared to?
Fairfield Ludlowe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Warde High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairfield Ludlowe High School?
The graduation rate of Fairfield Ludlowe High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Fairfield Ludlowe High School?
1,367 students attend Fairfield Ludlowe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fairfield Ludlowe High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Ludlowe High School?
Fairfield Ludlowe High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairfield Ludlowe High School offer ?
Fairfield Ludlowe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairfield Ludlowe High School part of?
Fairfield Ludlowe High School is part of Fairfield School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Dismissal PK-12 and Tentative Last Day of School Dependent on Snow Days
June 16, 2026 (Tuesday)
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