Serving 1,115 students in grades 6-8, Kimbrough Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kimbrough Middle serves the northern part of Mesquite, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the school's edge, extending up to 3.9 miles from the furthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimbrough Middle School's student population of 1,115 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kimbrough Middle School 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 Kimbrough Middle School is 0.63, 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
#3016 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
26%
13%
White
15%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimbrough Middle School's ranking?
Kimbrough Middle School is ranked #3016 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kimbrough Middle School?
1,115 students attend Kimbrough Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kimbrough Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimbrough Middle School?
Kimbrough Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kimbrough Middle School offer ?
Kimbrough Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kimbrough Middle School part of?
Kimbrough Middle School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
School Reviews
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