School Overview
H.M. King High School, located in Kingsville, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Kingsville Independent School District. Named in honor of Henrietta M. King, a historical figure central to the founding of the King Ranch, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and carries a long-standing tradition of academic and extracurricular excellence. The campus operates with a commitment to preparing students for post-secondary success, offering a variety of programs ranging from core academic subjects to career and technical education (CTE) pathways designed to meet the evolving needs of the workforce.

The school is well-known for its vibrant "Brahma" spirit, which fosters a strong sense of pride and community involvement among students, faculty, and alumni. Beyond its rigorous classroom curriculum, H.M. King High School provides a robust extracurricular landscape, including competitive UIL sports, fine arts programs, and various student organizations that encourage leadership and personal growth. By blending its rich local history with modern educational practices, the school strives to cultivate a supportive environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential while staying connected to the unique heritage of the Kingsville region.
892
Total Students
63.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for H M KING H S
Demographic Student Count
White91
Hispanic750
Black34
Asian7
Two or More9
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    750 (84.1 %)
  • White
    91 (10.2 %)
  • Black
    34 (3.8 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    7 (0.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: KINGSVILLE ISD
Phone: (361)595-8600
Website: http://www.kingsvilleisd.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 892
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 63.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 680
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 9 284
Grade 10 236
Grade 11 203
Grade 12 169

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for H M KING H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9284
Grade 10236
Grade 11203
Grade 12169
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for H M KING H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female43148.3%
Male46151.7%