Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kimball Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kimball Elementary serves the northern part of Mesquite, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimball Elementary School's student population of 208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Small But Mighty
School Rankings
Kimball Elementary School 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 Kimball 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
#1851 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
29%
13%
White
25%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimball Elementary School's ranking?
Kimball Elementary School is ranked #1851 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kimball Elementary School often compared to?
Kimball Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Classical Center At Vial Elementary School, Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kimball Elementary School?
208 students attend Kimball Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Kimball Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimball Elementary School?
Kimball Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kimball Elementary School offer ?
Kimball Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kimball Elementary School part of?
Kimball Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kimball Elementary School located?
Kimball Elementary School is located in the Country Meadow neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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