Serving 160 students in grades 6-8, Calvin Nelms Middle 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 88% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Calvin Nelms Middle School's student population of 160 students has grown by 18% 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
160 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Calvin Nelms Middle 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 Middle School is 0.58, 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
#586 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-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 Middle School's ranking?
Calvin Nelms Middle School is ranked #586 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
160 students attend Calvin Nelms Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Calvin Nelms Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% 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.
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