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Best Kingsville Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,069 students in Kingsville, TX (there are , serving 153 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Kingsville, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Kingsville, TX are Santa Gertrudis School, Santa Gertrudis Academy High School and Ricardo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kingsville, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Kingsville have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Kingsville, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Gertrudis School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
803 Santa Rosa
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 384-5046
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Santa Gertrudis Academy High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1055 W Santa Gertrudis
Kingsville, TX 78363
(361) 384-5041
Gr: 9-12 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Ricardo Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
138 W Cr 2160
Kingsville, TX 78363
(361) 592-6465
Gr: PK-4 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Ricardo Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
138 W Cr 2160
Kingsville, TX 78363
(361) 592-6465
Gr: 5-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Harrel Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
925 W Johnston
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 592-9305
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Perez Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1111 E Ailsie
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 592-8511
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Harvey Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 E Kenedy Ave
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 592-4327
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Gillett Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1007 N 17th St
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 595-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #99.
H M King High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2210 S Brahma Blvd
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 595-8600
Gr: 9-12 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Kingsville, Texas

Kingsville, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Homebound (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
207 N 3rd
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 592-3387
Gr: PK-12
K E Y S Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
400 W Corral
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 595-9185
Gr: 9-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Kleberg Elementary School (Closed 2023)
900 N 6th St
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 592-2615
Gr: PK-4 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
L A S E R Expulsion/suspension (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
416 W King
Kingsville, TX 78363
(361) 595-9185
Gr: 5-11 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Lamar Elementary School (Closed 2011)
631 East Fordyce Ave
Kingsville, TX 78363
(361) 592-5246
Gr: PK-1
Mcroberts Elementary School (Closed 2004)
P O Box 871
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 592-6454
Memorial Middle School (Closed 2023)
915 S Armstrong St
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 595-8675
Gr: 7-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Night School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
101 N 3rd St
Kingsville, TX 78363
(361) 595-9185
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 76%
Pogue Options Alternative Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
631 E Fordyce
Kingsville, TX 78364
(361) 595-8670
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Kingsville, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Kingsville, TX include Santa Gertrudis School, Santa Gertrudis Academy High School and Ricardo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kingsville?
9 public schools are located in Kingsville.
What percentage of students in Kingsville go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Kingsville are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kingsville?
Kingsville public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Kingsville are often viewed compared to one another?

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