Karnes City Primary serves 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Karnes City Primary's student population of 196 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Karnes City Primary is 0.35, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Karnes City Primary?
196 students attend Karnes City Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Karnes City Primary students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Karnes City Primary?
Karnes City Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Karnes City Primary offer ?
Karnes City Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Karnes City Primary part of?
Karnes City Primary is part of Karnes City Independent School District.
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