Serving 940 students in grades 9-12, Ferris 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ferris High School's student population of 940 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
940 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Ferris 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 Ferris High School is 0.42, 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
#6898 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
74%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
14%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferris High School's ranking?
Ferris High School is ranked #6898 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ferris High School?
The graduation rate of Ferris High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ferris High School?
940 students attend Ferris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ferris High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferris High School?
Ferris High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ferris High School offer ?
Ferris High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ferris High School part of?
Ferris High School is part of Ferris Independent School District.
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