Serving 151 students in grades 6-8, Calvin Nelms Middle 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calvin Nelms Middle 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 Middle School's student population of 151 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calvin Nelms Middle 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 Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1205 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calvin Nelms Middle School's ranking?
Calvin Nelms Middle School is ranked #1205 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Calvin Nelms Middle School often compared to?
Calvin Nelms Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony School Of Innovation - Katy, Cardiff J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Calvin Nelms Middle School?
151 students attend Calvin Nelms Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Calvin Nelms Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calvin Nelms Middle School?
Calvin Nelms Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calvin Nelms Middle School offer ?
Calvin Nelms Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Calvin Nelms Middle School part of?
Calvin Nelms Middle School is part of Calvin Nelms Charter Schools School District.
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