Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Knox City 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knox City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Knox City School's student population of 228 students has grown by 178% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 154% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knox City School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knox City School is 0.54, 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
#1612 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
58%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
36%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Knox City School's ranking?
Knox City School is ranked #1612 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knox City School?
The graduation rate of Knox City School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Knox City School?
228 students attend Knox City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Knox City School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knox City School?
Knox City School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knox City School offer ?
Knox City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Knox City School part of?
Knox City School is part of Knox City-O'brien CISD School District.
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