Serving 153 students in grades 9-12, Calvin Nelms High School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calvin Nelms High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Calvin Nelms High School's student population of 153 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calvin Nelms High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calvin Nelms High School is 0.54, 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
#1178 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calvin Nelms High School's ranking?
Calvin Nelms High School is ranked #1178 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calvin Nelms High School?
The graduation rate of Calvin Nelms High School is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Calvin Nelms High School?
153 students attend Calvin Nelms High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Calvin Nelms High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calvin Nelms High School?
Calvin Nelms High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calvin Nelms High School offer ?
Calvin Nelms High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calvin Nelms High School part of?
Calvin Nelms High School is part of Calvin Nelms Charter Schools School District.
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