Serving 914 students in grades 9-12, Furr 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: FURR High School serves the east part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 19.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Furr High School's student population of 914 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
914 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Furr 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 Furr High School is 0.32, 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
#7906 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
81%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
77%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Brahman
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Furr High School's ranking?
Furr High School is ranked #7906 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Furr High School often compared to?
Furr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wheatley High School, Galena Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Furr High School?
The graduation rate of Furr High School is 77%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Furr High School?
914 students attend Furr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Furr High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Furr High School?
Furr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Furr High School offer ?
Furr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Furr High School part of?
Furr High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Furr High School located?
Furr High School is located in the Northshore neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in Northshore.
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