Serving 439 students in grades 6-8, Kemp J 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kemp J High School's student population of 439 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Kemp J 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 Kemp J High School is 0.58, 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
#6937 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
48%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
44%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kemp J High School's ranking?
Kemp J High School is ranked #6937 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kemp J High School?
439 students attend Kemp J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kemp J High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kemp J High School?
Kemp J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kemp J High School offer ?
Kemp J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kemp J High School part of?
Kemp J High School is part of Kemp Independent School District.
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