School type Public comprehensive CEEB code 040760 Teaching staff 57.92 (on FTE basis) Phone +1 479-266-1800 | Status Open NCES School ID 050609000315 Mascot Cardinal Colors Scarlet, White | |
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Farmington High School is a comprehensive public high school located in the fringe town of Farmington, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for students in grades 9 through 12. It is one of nine public high schools in Washington County, Arkansas and the sole high school administered by the Farmington School District.
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In 1924, a high school of brick construction was erected and served nearly 100 students after the district was consolidated. In the 1960s, this building was destroyed in a fire, but replaced by other facilities already in use.
Academics
Farmington High School is accredited by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) and has been accredited by AdvancED since 1997. The assumed course of study follows the Smart Core curriculum developed by the ADE, which requires students complete at least 22 units prior to graduation. Students complete regular coursework and exams and may take Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exam with the opportunity to receive college credit.
In 2012, Farmington High School was listed unranked in the Best High Schools Report developed by U.S. News & World Report.
Extracurricular activities
The Farmington High School mascot and athletic emblem is the cardinal with Red and white serving as the school colors.
Athletics
The Farmington Cardinals compete in interscholastic activities within the 5A classification in the 5A West conference, as administered by the Arkansas Activities Association. The Cardinals field teams in football, golf (boys/girls), tennis (boys/girls), basketball (boys/girls), baseball, softball, track and field (boys/girls), and cheer.
Between 1972 and 1974, the Farmington Cardinals football team remained undefeated with 34-0-0 record. The fastpitch softball team has won three state championships between 2000 and 2011.
Clubs and traditions
Farmington students participate in competitive debate and speech competitions. Students may also engage in a variety of clubs and organizations such as: Future Farmers of America (FFA), FCCLA, Student Council, Beta Club, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), and Quiz Bowl.