Serving 916 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Farney Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Farney Elementary School's student population of 916 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Farney Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farney Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#995 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farney Elementary School's ranking?
Farney Elementary School is ranked #995 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Farney Elementary School often compared to?
Farney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sampson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Farney Elementary School?
916 students attend Farney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Farney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farney Elementary School?
Farney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Farney Elementary School offer ?
Farney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Farney Elementary School part of?
Farney Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Farney Elementary School located?
Farney Elementary School is located in the Cypress Point neighborhood of Cypress, TX.
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