W L KISSAM EL
W L KISSAM EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CHAPEL HILL ISD school district, located in TYLER, TX with about 739 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, W L KISSAM EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
W.L. Kissam Elementary is a public school located in Tyler, Texas, serving as part of the Chapel Hill Independent School District (CHISD). Situated on State Highway 64 East, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic environment for elementary-aged children in the local community. As a key component of the Chapel Hill district, the school focuses on fostering early childhood development through a structured curriculum designed to prepare students for future academic success.
Beyond its core academic offerings, W.L. Kissam Elementary operates under the broader mission of the Chapel Hill ISD, which emphasizes the values of excellence, integrity, and student-centered learning. The school encourages family and community involvement to support a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive both socially and intellectually. For parents and community members interested in detailed information regarding school programs, calendars, and district policies, the official school website provides comprehensive resources and updates.
For more information, contact W L KISSAM EL at (903) 566-8334 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
TYLER, TX 75707-3317
(903) 566-8334
http://www.chapelhillisd.org
W L KISSAM EL is a public Title I school in TYLER, TX with about 739 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- CHAPEL HILL ISD
- Total Students:
- 739
- Teachers:
- 50.37
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 739 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 39.0%
- White
- 38.2%
- Black or African American
- 14.7%
- Two or more races
- 6.9%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- Female
- 46.0%
- Male
- 54.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.