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Fairfield Warde High School

#10 in Best Public High Schools in Connecticut
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 279 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      A-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    Fairfield Warde High School is a top rated, public school located in Fairfield, CT. It has 1,498 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1. According to state test scores, 63% of students are at least proficient in math and 86% in reading.
    Address
    755 Melville Ave
    Fairfield, CT 06825
    Telephone
    (203) 255-8449
    Website
    fairfieldschools.org/schools/fwhs
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    Fairfield Warde High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    86%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    63%
    Average Graduation Rate
    98%
    Average SAT
    1220
    466 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    154 responses
    AP Enrollment
    28%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $127,746
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,841
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $597,900
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.23 responses
    Poll
    70%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.23 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 90 responses
    Report
    • Warde day/spirit day
      21%
    • Battle of the Houses
      18%
    • Football Games
      12%
    • Senior dress up days
      11%
    • Senior skip day
      10%
    • Prom
      10%
    • Senior prank day
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,498
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    15%
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.26 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.26 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.26 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    12:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $79,442
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    2.6%
    66%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.41 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.41 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.41 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Expenses Per Student
    $20,404/ year
    National
    $12,239
    91%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.46 responses
    43%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.46 responses
    61%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.46 responses
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    Fairfield Warde High School Reviews

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    It's a very welcoming, academic, respectful, dynamic, and ethical school - that's the Warde acronym! And it stands true. Faculty and staff do a great job at ensuring these qualities in the high school and enforcing rules. The rules are strict, but students still have so much freedom to be themselves in this school. The teachers only want the best for their students, and in the situation where a teacher is unreliable, guidance counselors are always another friendly face that students can turn to.
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    I liked the focus on improving the academic side of Fairfield Warde High School. For example, critical thinking started being emphasized a couple years ago. The clubs, activities, and facilities are also very advanced. We have a classroom that includes unique aspects such as white board tables, computer monitors that connect to your laptop, and smart-boards. This allows students to be creative in group work and flexible in learning styles and habits. Our school is passionate in expanding opportunities for students to learn in new ways and think critically.
    After spending 4 years at Warde, I can say that as a college freshman I am thankful for those 4 years. I learned so much as a student and as a person. I made personal connections with many of my teachers and felt that I had adults in my life that I could go to for more then just my academic work. The arts programs in Fairfield are among some of the best in the state and being a part of the Warde Music department for 4 years proved that to me. Being able to perform in multiple choir and acappella groups gave me a well rounded academic and extra-curricular experience. I still go back to support my friends and my younger brother that is still in the department as an alum.