Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Knippa School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knippa School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Knippa School's student population of 412 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knippa School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knippa School is 0.51, 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
#749 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
38%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knippa School's ranking?
Knippa School is ranked #749 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Knippa School often compared to?
Knippa Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabinal High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knippa School?
The graduation rate of Knippa School is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Knippa School?
412 students attend Knippa School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Knippa School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knippa School?
Knippa School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knippa School offer ?
Knippa School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Knippa School part of?
Knippa School is part of Knippa ISD School District.
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