Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kimberlin For Excel 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 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kimberlin For Excel ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kimberlin For Excel's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kimberlin For Excel 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 Kimberlin For Excel is 0.76, which is more 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
#188 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
31%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Kimberlin For Excel's ranking?
Kimberlin For Excel is ranked #188 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kimberlin For Excel often compared to?
Kimberlin For Excelis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside For Excel by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Kimberlin For Excel?
479 students attend Kimberlin For Excel.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kimberlin For Excel students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kimberlin For Excel?
Kimberlin For Excel has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kimberlin For Excel offer ?
Kimberlin For Excel offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kimberlin For Excel part of?
Kimberlin For Excel is part of Garland ISD School District.
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