Serving 2,212 students in grades 9-12, Farmington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Farmington High School's student population of 2,212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farmington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#945 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
4%
12%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington High School's ranking?
Farmington High School is ranked #945 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Farmington High School often compared to?
Farmington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastview Senior High School, Rosemount Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Farmington High School?
The graduation rate of Farmington High School is 92%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Farmington High School?
2,212 students attend Farmington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Farmington High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmington High School?
Farmington High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Farmington High School offer ?
Farmington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Farmington High School part of?
Farmington High School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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