6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Kilgore, Texas

6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Estimated Scores: 17%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $65,926
Median home value: $165,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 18%
Avg commute: 23 min
Owner-occupied homes: 78%

How Kilgore compares

Texas rank

#369 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$66k

89% of Texas median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Kilgore, Texas

Kilgore, Texas is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Kilgore show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Kilgore is Kilgore Int with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Kilgore is served by 2 school districts: KILGORE ISD, SABINE ISD. These districts collectively serve 5,305 students.

Kilgore's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,926. The poverty rate in the area is 17.7%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (6) Elementary (4) Middle (1) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (6) Academics (6) Growth (5) Resources (6)

Filter by ZIP: 75662 (6)

Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	KILGORE INT 512 students · 4th–5th	512	4th–5th	8.1
2	CHANDLER EL 527 students · 2nd–3rd	527	2nd–3rd	7.4
3	KILGORE PRI 657 students · Pre-K–1st	657	Pre-K–1st	6.2
4	SABINE EL 749 students · Pre-K–5th	749	Pre-K–5th	5.8

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	KILGORE MIDDLE 861 students · 6th–8th	861	6th–8th	6.4

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	KILGORE H S 1,168 students · 9th–12th	1,168	9th–12th	5.9

Schools in Kilgore

Kilgore, Texas · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,926

Median Home Value

$165,700

Median Rent

$1,051/mo

Population

24,570

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Community Profile

Kilgore has a median household income of $65,926. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,700, with a median rent of $1,051/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.7%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 6
Elementary: 4
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Kilgore schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Kilgore 📊 Niche Kilgore Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

KILGORE ISD

5 schools · 3,725 students

SABINE ISD

3 schools · 1,580 students

Nearby Cities

Laird Hill (3 schools)

White Oak (5 schools)

10 mi

New London (4 schools)

10 mi

Gladewater (9 schools)

11 mi

Longview (38 schools)

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Arp (3 schools)

15 mi

Henderson (6 schools)

16 mi

Lewisville (3 schools)

14 mi

Price (1 school)

17 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Kilgore, Texas

How many schools are in Kilgore, Texas?

Kilgore has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Kilgore, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kilgore is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Kilgore on MySchoolScout is Kilgore Int with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Kilgore, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Kilgore on MySchoolScout is Kilgore Int with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Kilgore, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Kilgore on MySchoolScout is Kilgore Middle with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best high school in Kilgore, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Kilgore on MySchoolScout is Kilgore H S with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Kilgore, Texas?

Kilgore is served by 2 school districts: Kilgore ISD, Sabine ISD.

What is the education level in Kilgore, Texas?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Kilgore have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Kilgore, Texas?

The median household income in Kilgore is approximately $65,926 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kilgore is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kilgore, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.