Serving 840 students in grades 6-8, Kilgore Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kilgore Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Kilgore, TX school district, encompassing approximately 98.8 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kilgore Middle School's student population of 840 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
840 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to reach their full potential.
School Rankings
Kilgore Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kilgore Middle School is 0.67, 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
#5118 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
39%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Kilgore Middle School's ranking?
Kilgore Middle School is ranked #5118 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kilgore Middle School?
840 students attend Kilgore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kilgore Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kilgore Middle School?
Kilgore Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kilgore Middle School offer ?
Kilgore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kilgore Middle School part of?
Kilgore Middle School is part of Kilgore Independent School District.
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