Best Schools in Kennedale, Texas
3 schools in the directory · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Kennedale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Kennedale H S
High · Kennedale ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Kennedale J H
Middle · Kennedale ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
James F Delaney EL
Elementary · Kennedale ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Kennedale are Kennedale H S (6.9/10), Kennedale J H (5.9/10), and James F Delaney EL (4.9/10), among 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
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5.9
3 public schools · out of 10
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1
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3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
3 public schools · out of 10
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1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Kennedale public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Kennedale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kennedale H S | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Kennedale J H | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | James F Delaney EL | 4.9 / 10 |
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About Schools in Kennedale, Texas
Kennedale, 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.
The 3 public schools in this comparison average 5.9 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Kennedale H S with a composite score of 6.9/10.
Kennedale is served by 1 school district: KENNEDALE ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,827 students.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 510 students · 1st–5th | 4.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 625 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,005 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Kennedale
Kennedale, Texas · 3 schools
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Common questions about schools in Kennedale, Texas
How many schools are in Kennedale, Texas?
Kennedale has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kennedale, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Kennedale is 5.9 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 Kennedale, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Kennedale on MySchoolScout is Kennedale H S with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kennedale, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kennedale on MySchoolScout is James F Delaney EL with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Kennedale, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Kennedale on MySchoolScout is Kennedale J H with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Kennedale, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Kennedale on MySchoolScout is Kennedale H S with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Kennedale, Texas?
Kennedale is served by 1 school district: Kennedale ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kennedale, Texas?
Among 3 public schools in Kennedale that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kennedale, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive 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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