Linden-Kildare High School is a public high school located 3.5 miles southeast of Linden, Texas. It is classified as a 2A school by the UIL. The school is part of the Linden-Kildare Consolidated Independent School District located in south central Cass County.
Serving 180 students in grades 9-12, Linden-kildare High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden-kildare High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Linden-kildare High School's student population of 180 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linden-kildare High 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 Linden-kildare High School is 0.49, 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
#2916 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
10%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
70%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden-kildare High School's ranking?
Linden-kildare High School is ranked #2916 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linden-kildare High School?
The graduation rate of Linden-kildare High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Linden-kildare High School?
180 students attend Linden-kildare High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Linden-kildare High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linden-kildare High School?
Linden-kildare High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linden-kildare High School offer ?
Linden-kildare High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Linden-kildare High School part of?
Linden-kildare High School is part of Linden-Kildare CISD School District.
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