Furr High School

Direction520 Mercury, Houston, TX, 77013
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Public School HOUSTON ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 74
Student Progress 83
Closing Performance Gaps 78
Overall 82

Distinction Designations

Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Furr High School, a dynamic and thriving educational institution located at 520 Mercury in Houston, Texas, within the Houston Independent School District. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation, Furr High School offers a stimulating learning environment that prepares students for both higher education and future careers.

At Furr High School, we are proud to employ a dedicated team of 65 teachers who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to their classrooms. With an average tenure of 8 years at our school and 13 years of teaching experience, our faculty is deeply committed to fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment. Their expertise and passion for teaching are evident in every lesson, ensuring that each student receives a quality education tailored to their needs.

Our school currently serves a diverse community of 1,150 students. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.70, we are able to offer more personalized attention and tailored instruction, which is crucial for both academic success and personal growth. This ratio ensures that every student can engage actively in their learning process and receive the support they need to excel.

In addition to our exceptional teaching staff, Furr High School is supported by 5 dedicated education aids who play a vital role in enhancing the educational experience. These professionals provide additional support to our students, assisting in the creation of a supportive and inclusive educational environment.

At Furr High School, we believe in the potential of every student and work tirelessly to unlock their abilities. We encourage prospective families and individuals interested in a comprehensive and caring educational experience to visit us and see firsthand the vibrant community and the exceptional learning opportunities that Furr High School offers.

For more information or to schedule a visit, please call us at (713) 675-1118. Join us at Furr High School, where your child's future shines brighter.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
914
Is Charter
No
Is Magnant
Yes
Address
520 MERCURY, HOUSTON, TX, 77013
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Principal
MS TAMERA WALKER
School District
Phone
(713) 675-1118
County
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Furr High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 150 16.50%
Hispanic 737 81.08%
White 15 1.65%
Asian 1 0.11%
Native American 2 0.22%
Two or More Races 4 0.44%
Total Students 909 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 859 94.50%
Limited English Proficiency 363 39.93%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 353 38.83%
Gifted & Talented 79 8.69%
Special Education 99 10.89%
Teacher Student Ratio 12.40 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 6 8.48%
20 - 30 years 5 6.98%
10 - 20 years 16 21.75%
6 - 10 years 10 13.82%
1- 5 years 28 38.58%
Beginning Teacher 8 10.26%
Teacher Experience Average 10.40 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 6.40 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 73 100%
Female Teachers 42 56.77 %
Male Teachers 32 43.09 %
School Admin 6
School Support 15
Edu Aids 6
Special Education 3

Furr High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 70% 55% 77% 91% 92%
African American 74% 62% 78% 93% 88%
Hispanic 69% 54% 76% 90% 93%
White 84% 67% *% 100% *%
Asian % % % % %
Two or More Races 63% *% *% *% *%
Economically Disadvantaged 70% 54% 77% 90% 92%
Male Students 64% 47% 73% 87% 90%
Female Students 77% 65% 81% 94% 93%
Special Education 53% 28% 75% 87% 70%
Limited English Proficiency 62% 44% 77% 86% 91%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 83.1 798 * 4.4
African American 85.7 763 * n/a
Hispanic 82.3 803 * 4.8
White * * n/a *
Asian -2 * n/a *
Two or More Races n/a n/a n/a n/a
Male Students 81 782 * 2
Female Students 85.2 814 * 6.7
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 77.4 79.8 73 81.4 0.4 1.1 17.2
African American 83.3 83.3 78.6 90.5 n/a n/a 9.5
Hispanic 76.8 79.8 72.4 79.7 0.4 1.3 18.5
White * * * * * * *
Asian n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 80.1 0.7 1.4 17.8
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 82.7 n/a 0.8 16.5
Special Education 72 64 64 80.6 n/a n/a 19.4
Eco Disadvantaged 80.4 83.1 76 81.5 0.4 1.1 17

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