Serving 1,633 students in grades 9-12, Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marco Antonio Firebaugh High serves a central area in Lynwood, CA, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School's student population of 1,633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,633 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Firebaugh Falcons
School Rankings
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7054 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School's ranking?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School is ranked #7054 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School?
The graduation rate of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School?
1,633 students attend Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School offer ?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School part of?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School is part of Lynwood Unified School District.
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