Serving 1,312 students in grades 6-8, Nimitz Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nimitz Middle School's student population of 1,312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,312 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Nimitz Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nimitz Middle School is 0.48, 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
#4058 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%

Hispanic
69%
53%

Black
7%
13%

White
20%
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nimitz Middle School's ranking?
Nimitz Middle School is ranked #4058 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nimitz Middle School often compared to?
Nimitz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowie Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nimitz Middle School?
1,312 students attend Nimitz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Nimitz Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nimitz Middle School?
Nimitz Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nimitz Middle School offer ?
Nimitz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nimitz Middle School part of?
Nimitz Middle School is part of Ector County Independent School District.
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