Serving 183 students in grades 9-12, Calvin Nelms High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Calvin Nelms High School's student population of 183 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calvin Nelms High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calvin Nelms High School is 0.59, 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
#481 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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 #481 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% 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 lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Calvin Nelms High School?
183 students attend Calvin Nelms High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Calvin Nelms High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 18:1, 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.
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