Farwell High School is a public high school located in Farwell, Texas, USA. It is part of the Farwell Independent School District located in west central Parmer County and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 172 students in grades 9-12, Farwell High School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farwell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Farwell High School's student population of 172 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Farwell ISD's mission is to provide quality instruction to all students so they will develop into responsible, adaptable, contributing citizens with caring attitudes.
School Rankings
Farwell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farwell High School is 0.50, which is less 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
#2925 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Steers/lady Blue
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farwell High School's ranking?
Farwell High School is ranked #2925 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Farwell High School?
The graduation rate of Farwell High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Farwell High School?
172 students attend Farwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Farwell High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farwell High School?
Farwell High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Farwell High School offer ?
Farwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Farwell High School part of?
Farwell High School is part of Farwell Independent School District.
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