Serving 419 students in grades 5-8, Kermit J 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kermit J High School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Kermit J 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 Kermit J High School is 0.32, 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
#6116 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kermit Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kermit J High School's ranking?
Kermit J High School is ranked #6116 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kermit J High School?
419 students attend Kermit J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kermit J High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kermit J High School?
Kermit J High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kermit J High School offer ?
Kermit J High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kermit J High School part of?
Kermit J High School is part of Kermit Independent School District.
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