Serving 283 students in grades 9-12, Nixon-smiley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nixon-smiley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Nixon-smiley High School's student population of 283 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nixon-smiley High 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 Nixon-smiley High School is 0.35, 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
#3083 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nixon-smiley High School's ranking?
Nixon-smiley High School is ranked #3083 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nixon-smiley High School?
The graduation rate of Nixon-smiley High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nixon-smiley High School?
283 students attend Nixon-smiley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Nixon-smiley High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nixon-smiley High School?
Nixon-smiley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nixon-smiley High School offer ?
Nixon-smiley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nixon-smiley High School part of?
Nixon-smiley High School is part of Nixon-Smiley CISD School District.
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