Serving 156 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Calvin Nelms Middle School's student population of 156 students has grown by 7% 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
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Calvin Nelms Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calvin Nelms Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1265 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Calvin Nelms Middle School's ranking?
Calvin Nelms Middle School is ranked #1265 out of 8,188 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Calvin Nelms Middle School?
156 students attend Calvin Nelms Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Calvin Nelms Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calvin Nelms Middle School?
Calvin Nelms Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, 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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