Serving 711 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kerr Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kerr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kerr Elementary School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kerr Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kerr Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#517 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
5%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
32%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kerr Elementary School's ranking?
Kerr Elementary School is ranked #517 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kerr Elementary School often compared to?
Kerr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Cheatham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Kerr Elementary School?
711 students attend Kerr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kerr Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kerr Elementary School?
Kerr Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kerr Elementary School offer ?
Kerr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Kerr Elementary School part of?
Kerr Elementary School is part of Allen ISD School District.
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