Situated in the south western suburbs of Sydney, the school is located on the fringe of the Fairfield Central business district along The Horsley Drive.

There is a large footbridge (Eva Wesley Stone Pedestrian Bridge) over the Horsley Drive which allows safe access over the road.

[2] Fairfield High School offers a comprehensive education in a coeducational setting following the NSW curriculum.

The Fairfield High School building is also used for adult education classes through MacArthur Community College.

[1] In 2023, the Tell Them From Me Survey (TTFM) was given to students to evaluate and accumulate data of several characteristics of the school.

[1] Fairfield High School in 2016 underwent a rebranding process changing the logo and uniforms.