KERR HIGH SCHOOL

KERR H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the ALIEF ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 806 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 40 teachers, KERR H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Kerr High School is a selective-admission, magnet school located in the Alief Independent School District in Houston, Texas. Unlike traditional high schools, Kerr is designed as a "non-traditional" campus that emphasizes student autonomy, self-paced learning, and individual responsibility. The school is known for its rigorous academic environment and its unique philosophy that mirrors a college-like atmosphere, requiring students to be highly self-motivated and disciplined in managing their coursework and schedules.

The school maintains a strong reputation for academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top high schools in the region and the state. Because of its specialized instructional model—which relies heavily on independent study and teacher-led seminars—the campus attracts students who are looking for an alternative to the standard lecture-based classroom experience. By fostering an environment centered on personal accountability, Kerr High School aims to prepare its student body for the demands of higher education and professional life.

For more information, contact KERR H S at (281) 983-8484 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8150 SUGARLAND HOWELL
HOUSTON, TX 77083
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KERR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 806 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
ALIEF ISD
Total Students:
806
Teachers:
40.67
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 806 students

Asian
64.8%
Hispanic/Latino
17.4%
Black or African American
12.2%
White
4.7%
Two or more races
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
58.8%
Male
41.2%

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.