Marfa Schools

Direction400 W Lincoln St, Marfa, TX, 79843
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Public School MARFA ISD Elementary School Middle School High School

Accountability Ratings

D
Below Average
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 62
Student Progress 58
Closing Performance Gaps 60
Overall 61

Distinction Designations

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

Discover Excellence at Marfa Schools – Nurturing Potential, Creating Futures

Welcome to Marfa Schools, a cornerstone of academic excellence and community spirit nestled in the heart of Marfa, Texas, at 300 N Gonzales St. As part of the esteemed Marfa Independent School District, our school is a vibrant hub where education meets innovation, and where every student is given the tools to shine brightly in their academic and personal lives.

Why Marfa Schools?
At Marfa Schools, we are proud to employ a dedicated team of 31 skilled teachers, each bringing an average of 14 years of rich teaching experience to our classrooms. Our educators have been part of our family for an average of 5 years, fostering a warm, stable environment where students feel secure, valued, and motivated to learn.

With a total enrollment of 270 students, we maintain an intimate and focused learning atmosphere characterized by a remarkable student-to-teacher ratio of 8.80. This allows for personalized attention and tailor-made instruction that caters to the individual needs of each student, ensuring no one is left behind.

Our commitment to education is further enhanced by our 9 devoted educational aides, who provide additional support, ensuring that each child achieves their fullest potential. Together, our staff creates a nurturing environment that promotes curiosity, resilience, and lifelong learning.

A Community of Learning and Growth
Marfa Schools is not just about academics; it’s about building a community. We encourage our students to explore their interests, participate in extracurricular activities, and engage with the world around them. Our campus is a place where students can safely grow, make lasting friendships, and develop the skills necessary for a successful future.

Join Us
We invite you to become a part of Marfa Schools, where we don’t just teach students, we inspire them to discover their passions and shape their own futures. For more information or to schedule a visit, please call us at (432) 729-5500. Join us at Marfa Schools, where your child’s educational journey will be cherished and celebrated.

Marfa Schools – Where Every Student is a Star!

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
PK-12
Enrollment
194
Is Charter
No
Address
400 W LINCOLN ST, MARFA, TX, 79843
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Principal
ROSIE MARTINEZ
School District
Phone
(432) 729-5500
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Marfa Schools Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 2 1.03%
Hispanic 178 91.75%
White 14 7.22%
Asian 0 0.00%
Native American 0 0.00%
Two or More Races 0 0.00%
Total Students 194 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 194 100.00%
Limited English Proficiency 33 17.01%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 35 18.04%
Gifted & Talented 1 0.52%
Special Education 38 19.59%
Teacher Student Ratio 9.10 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 1 4.23%
20 - 30 years 3 13.15%
10 - 20 years 6 27.23%
6 - 10 years 2 8.45%
1- 5 years 6 25.82%
Beginning Teacher 5 21.13%
Teacher Experience Average 11.60 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 4.20 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 21 100%
Female Teachers 15 69.01 %
Male Teachers 7 30.99 %
School Admin 2
School Support 1
Edu Aids 2
Special Education 0

Marfa Schools 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 66% 74% 57% 62% 70%
African American 40% *% *% *% %
Hispanic 66% 74% 58% 63% 69%
White 69% 71% 57% *% *%
Asian % % % % %
Two or More Races % % % % %
Economically Disadvantaged 66% 74% 57% 62% 70%
Male Students 71% 77% 67% 69% 69%
Female Students 61% 71% 47% 56% 71%
Special Education 46% 45% 45% 50% *%
Limited English Proficiency 63% 70% 55% 80% *%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 86.4 -1 15.9 10.5
African American n/a n/a n/a n/a
Hispanic 85.7 * 15.9 11.1
White * n/a * *
Asian n/a n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races n/a n/a n/a n/a
Male Students 86.7 * 15.7 7.7
Female Students 85.7 n/a 16.3 16.7
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 22.7 13.6 9.1 100 n/a n/a n/a
African American n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Hispanic 23.8 14.3 9.5 100 n/a n/a n/a
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 100 n/a n/a n/a
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 100 n/a n/a n/a
Special Education * * * * * * *
Eco Disadvantaged 22.2 11.1 11.1 100 n/a n/a n/a

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