Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Knippa School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knippa School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knippa School's student population of 408 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Knippa School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knippa School is 0.50, 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
#956 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
62%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Knippa School's ranking?
Knippa School is ranked #956 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Knippa School often compared to?
Knippa Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabinal Elementary School, Uvalde High School, Sabinal Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knippa School?
The graduation rate of Knippa School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Knippa School?
408 students attend Knippa School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Knippa School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knippa School?
Knippa School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knippa School offer ?
Knippa School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Knippa School part of?
Knippa School is part of Knippa Independent School District.
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