Serving 220 students in grades 9-12, Kenedy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenedy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kenedy High School's student population of 220 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenedy 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 Kenedy High School is 0.22, 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
#4572 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenedy High School's ranking?
Kenedy High School is ranked #4572 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kenedy High School often compared to?
Kenedy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Karnes City High School, Goliad High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kenedy High School?
The graduation rate of Kenedy High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kenedy High School?
220 students attend Kenedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Kenedy High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenedy High School?
Kenedy High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenedy High School offer ?
Kenedy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kenedy High School part of?
Kenedy High School is part of Kenedy Independent School District.
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