Serving 2,752 students in grades 9-12, Nimitz High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nimitz High School's student population of 2,752 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 168 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
168 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nimitz High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nimitz High School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7552 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
44%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nimitz High School's ranking?
Nimitz High School is ranked #7552 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nimitz High School often compared to?
Nimitz High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elsik High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nimitz High School?
The graduation rate of Nimitz High School is 84%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nimitz High School?
2,752 students attend Nimitz High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nimitz High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nimitz High School?
Nimitz High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nimitz High School offer ?
Nimitz High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nimitz High School part of?
Nimitz High School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
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