District Overview
Located at 301 E. 5th Street in Ferris, Texas, Ferris Independent School District (Ferris ISD) is an active, traditional public school district serving the vibrant suburban landscape of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. Operating as a non-charter district, Ferris ISD manages five operational campuses that deliver a complete continuum of public education, spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. In the 2024–2025 academic year, the district educates a diverse student body of 3,010 students, reflecting a balanced mix of early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school learners who benefit from a cohesive, community-centered learning environment.

To foster student achievement and maintain a supportive educational setting, Ferris ISD maintains a strong professional workforce comprising more than 1,000 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes a teaching staff of approximately 445 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by over 80 instructional aides and a comprehensive network of administrative and support personnel. This substantial staffing structure underscores the district's commitment to low student-to-educator ratios and holistic student support services. Families, community members, and researchers seeking further information about district initiatives and campus programs can visit Ferris ISD online at www.ferrisisd.org or contact the central office directly at (972) 544-3858.
5
Total Schools
3,010
Total Students
445.5
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FERRIS ISD
Demographic Student Count
White438
Hispanic2,231
Black278
Asian8
Two or More45
American Indian7
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    2,231 (74.1%)
  • White
    438 (14.6%)
  • Black
    278 (9.2%)
  • Two or More
    45 (1.5%)
  • Asian
    8 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in FERRIS ISD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:3,010*
Teachers (FTE):445.5*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.8
Schools in FERRIS ISD
Found 6 Schools