Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Farwell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Farwell Elementary School's student population of 283 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farwell Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farwell Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#297 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
47%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farwell Elementary School's ranking?
Farwell Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Farwell Elementary School often compared to?
Farwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friona Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Farwell Elementary School?
283 students attend Farwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Farwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farwell Elementary School?
Farwell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Farwell Elementary School offer ?
Farwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Farwell Elementary School part of?
Farwell Elementary School is part of Farwell Independent School District.
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