Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Farmington Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farmington Central High School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farmington Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington Central High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2105 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
White
93%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington Central High School's ranking?
Farmington Central High School is ranked #2105 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Farmington Central High School often compared to?
Farmington Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood High School, Spoon River Valley Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Farmington Central High School?
The graduation rate of Farmington Central High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Farmington Central High School?
383 students attend Farmington Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Farmington Central High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmington Central High School?
Farmington Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farmington Central High School offer ?
Farmington Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Farmington Central High School part of?
Farmington Central High School is part of Farmington Central CUSD 265 School District.
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