Serving 671 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Nichols Sawmill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Nichols Sawmill Elementary serves the southwest part of Magnolia, TX, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School's student population of 671 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
671 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In Magnolia ISD we keep the main thing – our students – the main thing.
School Rankings
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nichols Sawmill Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2392 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)12.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 Sawmill Elementary School's ranking?
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School is ranked #2392 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nichols Sawmill Elementary School?
671 students attend Nichols Sawmill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Nichols Sawmill Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nichols Sawmill Elementary School?
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nichols Sawmill Elementary School offer ?
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Nichols Sawmill Elementary School part of?
Nichols Sawmill Elementary School is part of Magnolia Independent School District.
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