Top Rankings
Kennard Independent School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 267 students in Kennard Independent School District. This district's average testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
Public School in Kennard Independent School District have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (TX)
# Schools
1 School
9,320 Schools
# Students
267 Students
5,529,984 Students
# Teachers
23 Teachers
374,844 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
District Rank
Kennard Independent School District, which is ranked #267 of all 1,196 school districts in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 80% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#267 out of 1204 school districts
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.44
0.64
# American Indian Students
n/a
17,916 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
n/a
296,049 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
6%
# Hispanic Students
17 Students
2,942,422 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
53%
# Black Students
37 Students
706,008 Students
% Black Students
14%
13%
# White Students
196 Students
1,384,941 Students
% White Students
74%
25%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
8,841 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
17 Students
173,807 Students
% of Two or more races Students
6%
3%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
20
275,832
# Students in K Grade:
27
361,958
# Students in 1st Grade:
28
385,427
# Students in 2nd Grade:
26
402,148
# Students in 3rd Grade:
13
399,623
# Students in 4th Grade:
15
398,690
# Students in 5th Grade:
16
399,071
# Students in 6th Grade:
19
402,143
# Students in 7th Grade:
18
406,424
# Students in 8th Grade:
21
414,179
# Students in 9th Grade:
22
472,263
# Students in 10th Grade:
18
438,622
# Students in 11th Grade:
12
406,207
# Students in 12th Grade:
12
367,397
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $14,592 is higher than the state median of $13,387. The school district revenue/student has declined by 16% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $14,142 is higher than the state median of $14,116. The school district spending/student has declined by 16% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$4 MM
$74,029 MM
Spending
$4 MM
$78,063 MM
Revenue / Student
$14,592
$13,387
Spending / Student
$14,142
$14,116
Best Kennard Independent School District Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kennard Isd
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
304 Hwy Seven E
Kennard, TX 75847
(936) 655-2121
Kennard, TX 75847
(936) 655-2121
Grades: PK-12
| 267 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Kennard Independent School District?
Kennard Independent School District manages 1 public schools serving 267 students.
What is the rank of Kennard Independent School District?
Kennard Independent School District is ranked #267 out of 1,196 school districts in Texas (top 30%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Texas school districts for: Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
What is the racial composition of students in Kennard Independent School District?
74% of Kennard Independent School District students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Kennard Independent School District?
Kennard Independent School District has a student/teacher ratio of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 15:1.
What is Kennard Independent School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $14,142 is higher than the state median of $14,116. The school district spending/student has declined by 16% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Sexual Harassment at Age 6: The Tale of a First Grade Suspension
A six-year old in Aurora, Colorado, was suspended after singing an LMFAO song to a little girl in his class and reportedly “shaking his booty.” We look at the case and the sexual harassment problem in public schools today.
How Scaffolding Could Change the Way Your Child Learns
This article explores the concept of instructional scaffolding, a teaching method that enhances learning by breaking down complex tasks into manageable parts. It highlights how scaffolding supports students in developing critical thinking skills and becoming more independent learners. The article discusses the benefits of scaffolding, including improved engagement and reduced anxiety, and provides strategies for its implementation across various educational levels.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
