Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nesmith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nesmith Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nevada, TX, covering approximately 72.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nesmith Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nesmith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nesmith Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#3229 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Nesmith Elementary School's ranking?
Nesmith Elementary School is ranked #3229 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nesmith Elementary School often compared to?
Nesmith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miss May Vernon Elementary School, Mcclendon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nesmith Elementary School?
511 students attend Nesmith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Nesmith Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nesmith Elementary School?
Nesmith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nesmith Elementary School offer ?
Nesmith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nesmith Elementary School part of?
Nesmith Elementary School is part of Community Independent School District.
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