Karnes City Primary serves 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Karnes City Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Karnes City Primary's student population of 206 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Badger Pride Never Dies
School Rankings
The diversity score of Karnes City Primary is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Karnes City Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Karnes City Primary?
206 students attend Karnes City Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Karnes City Primary students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Karnes City Primary?
Karnes City Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Karnes City Primary offer ?
Karnes City Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Karnes City Primary part of?
Karnes City Primary is part of Karnes City Independent School District.
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