Kenedy Independent School District is a public school district based in Kenedy, Texas. The district has three campuses - Kenedy High, Kenedy Middle, and Kenedy Elementary. In 2009, the school district was rated "academically acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 147 students in grades 6-8, Kenedy Middle 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenedy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kenedy Middle School's student population of 147 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Together, we empower students with P.R.I.D.E. Pursuing excellence in all we do.
School Rankings
Kenedy Middle 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 Kenedy Middle School is 0.13, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenedy Middle School's ranking?
Kenedy Middle School is ranked #4645 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kenedy Middle School?
147 students attend Kenedy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kenedy Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenedy Middle School?
Kenedy Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kenedy Middle School offer ?
Kenedy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kenedy Middle School part of?
Kenedy Middle School is part of Kenedy Independent School District.
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