Kenedy Independent School District is a public school district based in Kenedy, Texas. The district has three campuses - Kenedy High, Kenedy Middle, and Kenedy Elementary. In 2009, the school district was rated "academically acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 219 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kenedy High School's student population of 219 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Kenedy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenedy High School is 0.15, 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
#7429 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
92%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
6%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 #7429 out of 8,096 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
219 students attend Kenedy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Kenedy High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenedy High School?
Kenedy High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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