51±¬ÁÏ

Farney Elementary School

14425 Barker Cypress
Cypress, TX 77429
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 916 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Farney Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 916 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 20% in TX
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Farney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Farney Elementary School's student population of 916 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Farney Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farney Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
#995 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
62%
44%
71%
51%
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Farney Elementary School's ranking?
Farney Elementary School is ranked #995 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Farney Elementary School often compared to?
Farney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sampson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Farney Elementary School?
916 students attend Farney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Farney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farney Elementary School?
Farney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Farney Elementary School offer ?
Farney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Farney Elementary School part of?
Farney Elementary School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Farney Elementary School located?
Farney Elementary School is located in the Cypress Point neighborhood of Cypress, TX.

School Reviews

Review Farney Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

What Are 51±¬ÁÏs Doing to Fight Obesity and Is It Working?
What Are 51±¬ÁÏs Doing to Fight Obesity and Is It Working?
Childhood obesity rates continue to climb. While many public schools have implemented policies and programs to combat the problem, there is always more to be done. Keep reading to learn what schools are doing to prevent obesity and how you can help.
Massachusetts: Boston 51±¬ÁÏs Offer Free Lunches
Massachusetts: Boston 51±¬ÁÏs Offer Free Lunches
Kids in Boston 51±¬ÁÏs will enjoy free lunches this year, thanks to participation in a federal program that cuts out paperwork required to prove eligibility for the free lunch program.
Michigan Schools: Free Meals for All Students in Some Detroit Schools
Michigan Schools: Free Meals for All Students in Some Detroit Schools
Learn about a pilot program through the U.S. Department of Agriculture that would offer two free meals and snacks to all Detroit 51±¬ÁÏ students daily – a controversial decision for some taxpayers.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 916 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Request Information

Related School Videos

0:40

0:41

1:05

Quick Links