Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kelton Isd 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelton Isd ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Kelton Isd's student population of 140 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Kelton Isd 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 Kelton Isd is 0.46, 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
#4913 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
72%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Kelton Isd's ranking?
Kelton Isd is ranked #4913 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelton Isd?
The graduation rate of Kelton Isd is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Kelton Isd?
140 students attend Kelton Isd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kelton Isd students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelton Isd?
Kelton Isd has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kelton Isd offer ?
Kelton Isd offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Kelton Isd part of?
Kelton Isd is part of Kelton Independent School District.
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