FARWELL H S

FARWELL ISD
801 AVE G
FARWELL, TX 79325
189 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Farwell High School is a public secondary school located in the small rural community of Farwell, Texas, situated directly on the border with New Mexico. As the sole high school within the Farwell Independent School District, it serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a close-knit environment that focuses on both academic achievement and extracurricular participation. The school is known for fostering a supportive atmosphere where students benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention from faculty.

Beyond its core curriculum, Farwell High School is deeply integrated into the culture of the Texas Panhandle, with a strong focus on school spirit, particularly regarding its athletic programs and community involvement. The district's website serves as a vital resource for parents and students, providing transparent access to academic calendars, administrative news, and school board updates. As an essential part of the town’s identity, the school strives to prepare its students for higher education and career paths through a blend of traditional instruction and community-centered values.
189
Total Students
23.1
Full-Time Teachers
8.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    116 (61.4%)
  • White
    72 (38.1%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: FARWELL ISD
Phone: (806)481-3351
Website: http://www.farwellschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 189
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 82
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 29

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 55
Grade 10 54
Grade 11 45
Grade 12 35
Gender Ratio
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