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Best Schools in Kenedy, Texas

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Kenedy by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Kenedy H S

7.9/10

High · Kenedy ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Kenedy Middle

6.3/10

Middle · Kenedy ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Kenedy EL

5.3/10

Elementary · Kenedy ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Kenedy for 2026 are Kenedy H S (7.9/10), Kenedy Middle (6.3/10), and Kenedy EL (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

6.5

out of 10

Median Home

$128,500

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Kenedy

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Kenedy H S 7.9 / 10
2 Kenedy Middle 6.3 / 10
3 Kenedy EL 5.3 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.5/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$45,694

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$128,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
10%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
57%

Of occupied housing units

How Kenedy compares

Texas rank

#330 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$46k

62% of Texas median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Kenedy, Texas

Kenedy, Texas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Kenedy show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Kenedy is Kenedy H S with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Kenedy is served by 1 school district: KENEDY ISD. These districts collectively serve 770 students.

Kenedy's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,694. The poverty rate in the area is 26.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by ZIP: 78119 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Kenedy EL
383 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Kenedy Middle
147 students · 6th–8th 		6.3

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Kenedy H S
239 students · 9th–12th 		7.9

Schools in Kenedy

Kenedy, Texas · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$45,694

Median Home Value

$128,500

Median Rent

$1,043/mo

Population

7,023

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

57%

Poverty Rate

26.0%

Community Profile

Kenedy has a median household income of $45,694. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $128,500, with a median rent of $1,043/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1

Resources

🔍 Google "Kenedy schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Kenedy 📊 Niche Kenedy Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

KENEDY ISD

4 schools · 770 students

Nearby Cities

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Nordheim (1 school)
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Poth (3 schools)
22 mi
Yorktown (3 schools)
23 mi
Stockdale (3 schools)
28 mi
Beeville (8 schools)
30 mi
Floresville (10 schools)
29 mi
Nixon (4 schools)
32 mi
Goliad (3 schools)
30 mi
Three Rivers (2 schools)
32 mi
Westhoff (1 school)
34 mi

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Kenedy, Texas

How many schools are in Kenedy, Texas?

Kenedy has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Kenedy, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kenedy is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Kenedy, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Kenedy on MySchoolScout is Kenedy H S with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Kenedy, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Kenedy on MySchoolScout is Kenedy EL with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Kenedy, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Kenedy on MySchoolScout is Kenedy Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best high school in Kenedy, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Kenedy on MySchoolScout is Kenedy H S with a composite score of 7.9/10.

How many school districts serve Kenedy, Texas?

Kenedy is served by 1 school district: Kenedy ISD.

What is the education level in Kenedy, Texas?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Kenedy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Kenedy, Texas?

The median household income in Kenedy is approximately $45,694 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Kenedy, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kenedy is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kenedy, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.