Serving 385 students in grades 9-12, Falfurrias High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falfurrias High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Falfurrias High School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Mascot
Jersey/belle
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Falfurrias High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falfurrias High School is 0.02, 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
#4531 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
7%
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 Falfurrias High School's ranking?
Falfurrias High School is ranked #4531 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Falfurrias High School?
The graduation rate of Falfurrias High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Falfurrias High School?
385 students attend Falfurrias High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Falfurrias High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falfurrias High School?
Falfurrias High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Falfurrias High School offer ?
Falfurrias High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Falfurrias High School part of?
Falfurrias High School is part of Brooks County Independent School District.
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