Fairfield High Preparatory School is a public high school located in Fairfield, Alabama, United States, a suburb of Birmingham, and serves grades 9–12. It is the only high school in the Fairfield City School System. School colors are purple, gold, maroon, and white. The athletic teams are called the Tigers.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 10-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
9 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
White, Purple, Maroon, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Fairfield Area Vocational School offer ?
Fairfield Area Vocational School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Area Vocational School part of?
Fairfield Area Vocational School is part of Fairfield City School District.
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