Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kimberlin Academy For Excel ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kimberlin Academy For Excel ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kimberlin Academy For Excel's student population of 501 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence.
School Mascot
Knights
School Rankings
Kimberlin Academy For Excel ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kimberlin Academy For Excel is 0.77, which is more 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
#83 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimberlin Academy For Excel's ranking?
Kimberlin Academy For Excel is ranked #83 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kimberlin Academy For Excel often compared to?
Kimberlin Academy For Excelis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Academy For Excel by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kimberlin Academy For Excel?
501 students attend Kimberlin Academy For Excel.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kimberlin Academy For Excel students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimberlin Academy For Excel?
Kimberlin Academy For Excel has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kimberlin Academy For Excel offer ?
Kimberlin Academy For Excel offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kimberlin Academy For Excel part of?
Kimberlin Academy For Excel is part of Garland Independent School District.
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