Kilgore Independent School District (Isd)

The Kilgore Independent School District (Isd) in Texas operates 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district's schools demonstrate a mix of strengths and areas for improvement, with some standout performers and persistent challenges across the system.

Among the standout schools, Kilgore Middle School stands out with the highest proficiency rates on STAAR tests, particularly in Algebra I and 8th grade Reading. Meanwhile, Chandler Elementary excels in 3rd grade Reading, with over 56% of students proficient, significantly higher than district and state averages. However, the district's schools generally struggle, with all receiving only 2 out of 5 stars in the statewide SchoolDigger rankings and significant performance gaps compared to state averages, especially in mathematics.

Across the Kilgore ISD schools, graduation rates are strong, with Kilgore High School achieving a 92% four-year graduation rate. Dropout rates are also low, with Kilgore Middle and High School both reporting less than 1% dropout. However, the schools serve high-need populations, with 70-81% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing these equity challenges and improving academic performance, particularly in mathematics, will be key priorities for the district moving forward.