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Farmington Sr. High

High School · FARMINGTON R-VII

PO BOX 570, Farmington, MO 63640

Enrollment

1,325

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,372 of 2,221

In Farmington

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

FARMINGTON R-VII

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Farmington Sr. High

Farmington Sr. High is a public high school in Farmington, MO, part of FARMINGTON R-VII. Farmington Sr.

High serves approximately 1,325 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Farmington Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,372 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Farmington Sr. High show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+4.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.0Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.9% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,723
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Farmington Sr. High — Students at Farmington Sr. High score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 30 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
33.3%
ELA
52.2%
2025
Math
48%
ELA
45.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Farmington Sr. High Compares

See how Farmington Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in MO
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
82 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
1% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 570, Farmington, MO 63640

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farmington Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTRAL HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH CO. SR. HIGH (rated 5.4/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Bonne Terre), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington 0.8 mi 4.7
WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington 1.0 mi 5.1
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Farmington 1.2 mi 6.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Farmington 1.3 mi 5.4
JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington 1.5 mi 7.0
FARMINGTON MIDDLE Farmington 1.4 mi 8.0
LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington 1.5 mi 6.0
ROOSEVELT ELEM. Farmington 1.5 mi 5.2
ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington 1.9 mi 7.1
JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Farmington 2.0 mi
CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills 5.7 mi 6.9
SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills 5.8 mi
CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills 6.5 mi 7.2
WEST ELEM. Park Hills 6.8 mi 6.4
CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills 7.4 mi 6.2
INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge 7.9 mi 5.4
NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge 7.9 mi 4.9
NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge 8.2 mi 3.7
NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre 10.1 mi 5.4
NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre 10.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,926

Median Home Value

$195,900

Median Rent

$857/mo

Population

28,800

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MCCLUER NORTH HIGH Florissant, MO 5.8
ROLLA SR. HIGH Rolla, MO 5.8
CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph, MO 5.7
WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence, MO 5.9
LAFAYETTE SR. HIGH Wildwood, MO 6.0
WINDSOR HIGH Imperial, MO 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farmington Sr. High

What grades does Farmington Sr. High serve?

Farmington Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Farmington Sr. High?

Farmington Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 1,325 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farmington Sr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Farmington Sr. High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Farmington Sr. High rank in MO?

Farmington Sr. High ranks #1,372 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Farmington Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Farmington Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Farmington Sr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Farmington Sr. High has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Farmington Sr. High a charter school?

No, Farmington Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Farmington Sr. High a Title I school?

No, Farmington Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farmington Sr. High?

41.7% of students at Farmington Sr. High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,325
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Francois County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

FARMINGTON R-VII
District Enrollment
3,980
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,723
District Rank
#4 of 7

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