KILGORE HIGH SCHOOL

KILGORE H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the KILGORE ISD school district, located in KILGORE, TX with about 1,119 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 84 teachers, KILGORE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Kilgore High School, located at 711 N. Longview St. in Kilgore, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Kilgore Independent School District. The school is known for fostering a strong sense of community spirit, deeply rooted in the town’s historical identity as a hub for the East Texas oil industry. The campus provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a blend of rigorous academic coursework, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and a wide variety of extracurricular activities that encourage student involvement and leadership.

Beyond its academic offerings, Kilgore High School is widely recognized for its robust athletics and arts programs, which serve as a focal point for community pride. The school maintains a commitment to student development by balancing traditional instruction with modern educational tools to meet the needs of a diverse student body. As part of the KISD network, the high school benefits from the district’s focus on community-oriented values and long-term student achievement, aiming to equip graduates with both the practical skills and the character necessary to thrive after graduation.

For more information, contact KILGORE H S at (903) 988-3901 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.