Krum High School is a public high school located in the city of Krum, Texas, USA and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Krum Independent School District located in west central Denton County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 754 students in grades 9-12, Krum 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Krum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Krum High School's student population of 754 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Krum High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Krum High School is 0.55, 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
#5346 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
60%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat/lady Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Krum High School's ranking?
Krum High School is ranked #5346 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Krum High School often compared to?
Krum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ryan High School, Sanger High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Krum High School?
The graduation rate of Krum High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Krum High School?
754 students attend Krum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Krum High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Krum High School?
Krum High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Krum High School offer ?
Krum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Krum High School part of?
Krum High School is part of Krum Independent School District.
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