Serving 129 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kelton Isd ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelton School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wheeler school district, covering approximately 133.6 square miles in Wheeler, TX. Families within the zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelton Isd ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Kelton Isd's student population of 129 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
129 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelton Isd 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 Kelton Isd is 0.52, 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
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
16%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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
≥50%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelton Isd's ranking?
Kelton Isd is ranked #3708 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelton Isd?
The graduation rate of Kelton Isd is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Kelton Isd?
129 students attend Kelton Isd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kelton Isd students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelton Isd?
Kelton Isd has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kelton Isd offer ?
Kelton Isd offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Kelton Isd part of?
Kelton Isd is part of Kelton Independent School District.
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