Serving 1,152 students in grades 6-8, Kimbrough Middle 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% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimbrough Middle School's student population of 1,152 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Rankings
Kimbrough Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kimbrough Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3680 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 Kimbrough Middle School's ranking?
Kimbrough Middle School is ranked #3680 out of 8,188 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kimbrough Middle School?
1,152 students attend Kimbrough Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kimbrough Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kimbrough Middle School?
Kimbrough Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kimbrough Middle School offer ?
Kimbrough Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kimbrough Middle School part of?
Kimbrough Middle School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 11/22/2011
It's a great school it's just to strict the way you dress shouldn't stop you from learning or being normal
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