Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School, also known as Firebaugh High School - or just FHS, is one of the three high schools in Lynwood, California. The others are Lynwood High School and Vista High School. It is a part of the Lynwood Unified School District. Marco A. Firebaugh High School was founded in 2005.
Serving 1,581 students in grades 9-12, Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School's student population of 1,581 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Black, Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6950 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School's ranking?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School is ranked #6950 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School?
The graduation rate of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School?
1,581 students attend Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School offer ?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School part of?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High School is part of Lynwood Unified School District.
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Last Day of School/End of Semester 2 (Events)
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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