Serving 184 students in grades 7-12, Falls City High 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 44%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Falls City H S's attendance zone covers the entire Falls City school district, encompassing approximately 133.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falls City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Falls City High School's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
184 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Falls City High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falls City High School is 0.37, 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
#341 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Beaver/beaverette
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falls City High School's ranking?
Falls City High School is ranked #341 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Falls City High School often compared to?
Falls City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon High School, Karnes City High School, Canyon Lake High School 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 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Falls City High School?
The graduation rate of Falls City High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Falls City High School?
184 students attend Falls City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Falls City High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falls City High School?
Falls City High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Falls City High School offer ?
Falls City High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Falls City High School part of?
Falls City High School is part of Falls City Independent School District.
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