Serving 1,255 students in grades 9-12, Justin F Kimball High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Justin F Kimball High School's student population of 1,255 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Justin F Kimball High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Justin F Kimball High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7922 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Justin F Kimball High School's ranking?
Justin F Kimball High School is ranked #7922 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Justin F Kimball High School?
The graduation rate of Justin F Kimball High School is 67%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Justin F Kimball High School?
1,255 students attend Justin F Kimball High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Justin F Kimball High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Justin F Kimball High School?
Justin F Kimball High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Justin F Kimball High School offer ?
Justin F Kimball High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Justin F Kimball High School part of?
Justin F Kimball High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Justin F Kimball High School located?
Justin F Kimball High School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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