Kemp High School

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Kemp High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
220 Texas 274,  Kemp, TX
Kemp Independent School District
3.4
5.0
451 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Marietta Maxwell
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
24%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
D+
Administration
D
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
24%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
46
Full Time Teachers
46
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
540
Verbal
560
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
6%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
224:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.4%
Female
46.6%
White
52.2%
Hispanic
41.9%
Two or more races
2.7%
Black
2.5%
Native American
<1%
Asian
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Texas A&M University 81 Students
Trinity Valley Community College 65 Students
Stephen F. Austin State University 63 Students
University of Texas - Austin 54 Students
Tyler Junior College 52 Students
Texas State University 43 Students
University of Texas - Tyler 41 Students
Baylor University 34 Students
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi 34 Students
Texas Tech University 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 31 Students
Business 21 Students
Psychology 17 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 15 Students
Education 13 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 12 Students
Biology 11 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 11 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 11 Students
Drama and Theatre Production 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 57 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/24/2026
Ive been at Kemp high school for 2 years, Kemp was a great change compared to the previous high school there was less drama, a better education and a great community
4.0 Senior
7/20/2025
The best parts are the people, and the freedom you have to forge your own connections and see people from different backgrounds and different point of views. The worst would be the lack facilities that cater to student needs.
4.0 Senior
10/31/2022
Kemp High School is a very good high school. My years of being a student here at Kemp High School they have been well good. The classes that I have had are have been really useful becuase of how it will help me in my future carrer.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 1 Review
5.0 student
8/30/2023
This high school is a w school.

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Kemp High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Kemp, TX and is served by the Kemp Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 451 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 24% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Kemp High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Kaufman Christian School, New Frontiers Lighthouse Christian Academy, Kemp J High School, and more. Learn more about what Kemp has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kemp High School.

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