Serving 50 students in grades 7-12, Fannindel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fannindel High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ladonia, TX school district, covering approximately 102.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fannindel High School's student population of 50 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Onward ever be our watch word, conquer and prevail.
School Rankings
Fannindel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fannindel High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#7451 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
20%
54%
Black
44%
13%
White
24%
24%
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fannindel High School's ranking?
Fannindel High School is ranked #7451 out of 8,096 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fannindel High School?
The graduation rate of Fannindel High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Fannindel High School?
50 students attend Fannindel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fannindel High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fannindel High School?
Fannindel High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fannindel High School offer ?
Fannindel High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Fannindel High School part of?
Fannindel High School is part of Fannindel Independent School District.
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