Justin F. Kimball High School is a public secondary school in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, Texas, United States. It enrolls students in grades 9–12, and is a part of the Dallas Independent School District.
Serving 1,175 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (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 1,175 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Red, Royal blue
School Rankings
Justin F Kimball 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 Justin F Kimball High School is 0.43, 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
#7916 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
71%
54%
Black
27%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
68%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Justin F Kimball High School's ranking?
Justin F Kimball High School is ranked #7916 out of 8,096 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 68%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Justin F Kimball High School?
1,175 students attend Justin F Kimball High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Justin F Kimball High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 1% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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