Serving 790 students in grades 9-12, Kerr High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kerr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kerr High School's student population of 790 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kerr High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kerr High School is 0.62, 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
#98 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
54%
5%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kerr High School's ranking?
Kerr High School is ranked #98 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kerr High School often compared to?
Kerr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kerr High School?
The graduation rate of Kerr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Kerr High School?
790 students attend Kerr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Kerr High School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kerr High School?
Kerr High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kerr High School offer ?
Kerr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kerr High School part of?
Kerr High School is part of Alief ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Kerr High School located?
Kerr High School is located in the Beechnut Crossing Center neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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