Serving 194 students in grades 9-12, Kaufer High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaufer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kaufer High School's student population of 194 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Kaufer High 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 Kaufer High School is 0.40, 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
#3869 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
24%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
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 Kaufer High School's ranking?
Kaufer High School is ranked #3869 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kaufer High School?
The graduation rate of Kaufer High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kaufer High School?
194 students attend Kaufer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kaufer High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kaufer High School?
Kaufer High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kaufer High School offer ?
Kaufer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kaufer High School part of?
Kaufer High School is part of Riviera Independent School District.
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