Kennard Independent School District is a public school district based in Kennard, Texas, United States. It has two campuses - Kennard High School and Kennard Elementary School. It is mostly located in Houston County, and a small portion goes into Trinity County.
Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kennard Isd ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennard Isd ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kennard Isd's student population of 267 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 109% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We Inspire, Empower, and Educate All Students For Success
School Rankings
Kennard Isd ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennard Isd is 0.43, 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
#1903 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
74%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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
What is Kennard Isd's ranking?
Kennard Isd is ranked #1903 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kennard Isd often compared to?
Kennard Isdis often viewed alongside schools like Grapeland Elementary School, Early Childhood Center, Lovelady Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kennard Isd?
The graduation rate of Kennard Isd is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kennard Isd?
267 students attend Kennard Isd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kennard Isd students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennard Isd?
Kennard Isd has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennard Isd offer ?
Kennard Isd offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Kennard Isd part of?
Kennard Isd is part of Kennard Independent School District.
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