Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Central Heights 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 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Heights Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 70.1 square miles in Nacogdoches, TX, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and the furthest edge being about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Heights Middle School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Excellence Through Education
School Rankings
Central Heights 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 Central Heights Middle School is 0.56, 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
#497 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-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 Central Heights Middle School's ranking?
Central Heights Middle School is ranked #497 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Central Heights Middle School often compared to?
Central Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Heights Elementary School, Central Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Central Heights Middle School?
286 students attend Central Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Central Heights Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Heights Middle School?
Central Heights Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Heights Middle School offer ?
Central Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Central Heights Middle School part of?
Central Heights Middle School is part of Central Heights Independent School District.
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