Karnack 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 was 21-39% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-49% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 73%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students (14-15)
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)21-39%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)40-49%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(14-15)n/a
n/a
Asian
(14-15)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(14-15)14%
52%
Black
(14-15)62%
13%
White
(14-15)22%
29%
Hawaiian
(14-15)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(14-15)2%
2%
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥50%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
93%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Karnack High School?
The graduation rate of Karnack High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Karnack High School?
47 students attend Karnack High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Karnack High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Karnack High School offer ?
Karnack High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Karnack High School part of?
Karnack High School is part of Karnack Independent School District.
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