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Ferris Junior High

Ferris ISD · Ellis County · 1002 E 8TH ST, Ferris, TX 75125

(972)544-3737

4/10
#948
Rank 948 out of 1,447
Top 65%
English Language Arts4/10 · #898 · 38th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #1097 · 24th percentile
Science6/10 · #628 · 56th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Ferris is a small, tight-knit town about 20 miles south of Dallas, where the pace is slower and the community pride runs deep — families here tend to put down roots. Ferris Junior High shows some real promise in science, where students perform notably stronger than in other subjects, making it a decent option for kids who thrive in hands-on, inquiry-based learning. Families considering the area are often drawn by the affordable housing close to the Metroplex, though those prioritizing math and English outcomes may want to look closely at what additional support is available at home or through tutoring.

Student Demographics

581 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
415 (71%)
White
84 (14%)
African American
72 (12%)
Other
10 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners233 (40%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged456 (78%)
Students with Disabilities110 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

606
Enrollment
53
Teachers (FTE)
11.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)