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 (2026)
- 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 serves the entire district of Wheeler, TX, covering an area of approximately 133.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 7 miles from the school to the edges of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.8 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
16%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
67%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
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%.
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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