Farmington High School is a public high school located in Farmington, Michigan. The school was established in 1888, and the first sections of the current building were built in 1953, with several renovations and additions occurring since then.
Serving 1,470 students in grades 9-12, Farmington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Farmington High School serves the southwest part of Farmington, MI, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Farmington High School's student population of 1,470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1878
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farmington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#725 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
“freddie The Falcon”
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington High School's ranking?
Farmington High School is ranked #725 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Farmington High School often compared to?
Farmington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Farmington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Farmington High School?
The graduation rate of Farmington High School is 93%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Farmington High School?
1,470 students attend Farmington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Farmington High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmington High School?
Farmington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Farmington High School offer ?
Farmington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farmington High School part of?
Farmington High School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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