Hamshire-Fannett High School is a public high school located in Hamshire, Texas, United States and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Hamshire-Fannett Independent School District located in western Jefferson County.
Serving 620 students in grades 9-12, Hamshire-fannett 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 was 30-34% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 49% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Hamshire-fannett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#4809 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
64%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorn
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamshire-fannett High School's ranking?
Hamshire-fannett High School is ranked #4809 out of 8,188 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamshire-fannett High School?
The graduation rate of Hamshire-fannett High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hamshire-fannett High School?
620 students attend Hamshire-fannett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hamshire-fannett High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamshire-fannett High School?
Hamshire-fannett High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamshire-fannett High School offer ?
Hamshire-fannett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hamshire-fannett High School part of?
Hamshire-fannett High School is part of Hamshire-Fannett Independent School District.
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