Serving 1,945 students in grades 9-12, Kempner 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,945 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kempner High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kempner High School's student population of 1,945 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,945 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kempner 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 Kempner High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#5224 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
13%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kempner High School's ranking?
Kempner High School is ranked #5224 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kempner High School often compared to?
Kempner High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dulles High School, Stephen F Austin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kempner High School?
The graduation rate of Kempner High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kempner High School?
1,945 students attend Kempner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kempner High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kempner High School?
Kempner High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kempner High School offer ?
Kempner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kempner High School part of?
Kempner High School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
School Reviews
2 10/14/2017
I don't have any idea why someone would give this school 2 stars. Tbh I loved going to this school and I am so happy I made the decison to transition from charter to public school! People here a nice , I have never heard of any bullying going on here ever and the campus is diverse!! My only complaint would be that science department could be improved BUT I met some of the best teachers of my schooling career here.
2 4/2/2008
I am a student at Kempner and can say the quality of academics is average. The teacher quality is not great. On the plus side though, there are lot of clubs, and other extracurriculars such as art, music and sports. But if moving to Fortbend ISD, I would recommend Austin, Dulles or Clements--great academics!
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