Kermit High School is the only public high school in Kermit, Texas, and is under the administration of Kermit Independent School District located in Winkler County. It is located at the corner of G.E. "Tommy" Thompson Boulevard and North Avenue D in Kermit, Texas.
Serving 380 students in grades 9-12, Kermit 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 is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kermit High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Kermit High School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Kermit High School 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 Kermit High School is 0.33, 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
#6252 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
14%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets/lady Jackets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kermit High School's ranking?
Kermit High School is ranked #6252 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 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kermit High School?
The graduation rate of Kermit High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kermit High School?
380 students attend Kermit High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kermit High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kermit High School?
Kermit High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kermit High School offer ?
Kermit High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kermit High School part of?
Kermit High School is part of Kermit Independent School District.
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