Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nimitz 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nimitz Elementary School's student population of 522 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nimitz Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nimitz Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2669 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
41%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nimitz Elementary School's ranking?
Nimitz Elementary School is ranked #2669 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nimitz Elementary School often compared to?
Nimitz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Starkey Elementary School, Daniels Elementary School, Fred H Tally Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Nimitz Elementary School?
522 students attend Nimitz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Nimitz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nimitz Elementary School?
Nimitz Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nimitz Elementary School offer ?
Nimitz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nimitz Elementary School part of?
Nimitz Elementary School is part of Kerrville ISD School District.
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