Kaufman High School is a public high school located in Kaufman, Texas and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is part of the Kaufman Independent School District located in central Kaufman County. In 2011, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,294 students in grades 9-12, Kaufman High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: KAUFMAN H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Kaufman, TX, covering approximately 166 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 9.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 13.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaufman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kaufman High School's student population of 1,294 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,294 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kaufman High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaufman High School is 0.55, 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
#2896 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
59%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaufman High School's ranking?
Kaufman High School is ranked #2896 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kaufman High School often compared to?
Kaufman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crandall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kaufman High School?
The graduation rate of Kaufman High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Kaufman High School?
1,294 students attend Kaufman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kaufman High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaufman High School?
Kaufman High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaufman High School offer ?
Kaufman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kaufman High School part of?
Kaufman High School is part of Kaufman Independent School District.
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