Fairfax Senior High

www.lausd.k12.ca.us/fairfax_hs

1,495 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Fairfax Senior High School, located on Melrose Avenue in the heart of Los Angeles, is a historic institution within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Established in 1924, the school is well-known for its long-standing presence in the Fairfax District and its architectural significance, characterized by its iconic art deco style. As a comprehensive high school, it serves a diverse student body, offering a range of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic teams that reflect the vibrant culture of the surrounding Los Angeles community.

Beyond its academic offerings, Fairfax Senior High has a storied reputation for its connection to the entertainment industry, having served as a filming location for numerous movies and television shows over the decades. The school prides itself on fostering a creative and inclusive environment, often providing specialized magnets and elective pathways that encourage students to explore the arts, humanities, and sciences. By blending its rich historical legacy with a modern approach to secondary education, Fairfax High continues to be a central pillar for students pursuing both college and career readiness in the city.

1,495

Total Students

85.1

Full-Time Teachers

17.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

87.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fairfax Senior High
Demographic	Student Count
White	165
Hispanic	873
Black	197
Asian	213
Two or More	46
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
873 (58.4%)
Asian
213 (14.2%)
Black
197 (13.2%)
White
165 (11.0%)
Two or More
46 (3.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Los Angeles Unified
Phone:	(323)370-1200
Website:	http://www.lausd.k12.ca.us/fairfax_hs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,495
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	85.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,251
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	55

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 393

Grade 10 365

Grade 11 359

Grade 12 378