Farmington High School is a public high school in Farmington, New Mexico, United States. It is part of the Farmington Municipal School District. FHS is one of four high schools in Farmington. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 who reside on the west side of the city along NM 170 and NM 371.
Serving 1,747 students in grades 9-12, Farmington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Farmington High's attendance zone covers the entire Farmington school district, encompassing approximately 688.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 18 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 51.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Farmington High School's student population of 1,747 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,747 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Farmington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
42%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Kelly green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington High School's ranking?
Farmington High School is ranked #653 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Farmington High School often compared to?
Farmington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedra Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Farmington High School?
The graduation rate of Farmington High School is 87%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Farmington High School?
1,747 students attend Farmington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Farmington High School students are American Indian, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmington High School?
Farmington High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
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 School District.
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