Kress High School is a public high school located in Kress, Texas and classified as a 1A school by the UIL. It is part of the Kress Independent School District located in southern Swisher County. In 2013, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 130 students in grades 7-12, Kress High 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kress High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kress High School's student population of 130 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education with a personal touch!
School Mascot
Kangaroos & Lady Roos
School Rankings
Kress High 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 Kress High School is 0.57, 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
#4560 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Kangaroos & Lady Roos
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kress High School's ranking?
Kress High School is ranked #4560 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kress High School?
The graduation rate of Kress High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kress High School?
130 students attend Kress High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kress High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kress High School?
Kress High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kress High School offer ?
Kress High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kress High School part of?
Kress High School is part of Kress Independent School District.
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