Serving 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nichols Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Nichols Elementary serves the west part of Frisco, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nichols Elementary 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
Nichols Elementary School's student population of 635 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
635 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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School Rankings
Nichols Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nichols Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#145 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
58%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nichols Elementary School's ranking?
Nichols Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nichols Elementary School often compared to?
Nichols Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Talley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nichols Elementary School?
635 students attend Nichols Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Nichols Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nichols Elementary School?
Nichols Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nichols Elementary School offer ?
Nichols Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nichols Elementary School part of?
Nichols Elementary School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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