Serving 586 students in grades 7-8, Nichols J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nichols Junior High serves the northeast part of Arlington, TX, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nichols J High School's student population of 586 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
586 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nichols J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nichols J High School is 0.57, 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
#5683 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-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 Nichols J High School's ranking?
Nichols J High School is ranked #5683 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nichols J High School?
586 students attend Nichols J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Nichols J High School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nichols J High School?
Nichols J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nichols J High School offer ?
Nichols J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Nichols J High School part of?
Nichols J High School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Nichols J High School located?
Nichols J High School is located in the North Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in North Arlington.
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