Chester W. Nimitz High School is a public high school in the Irving Independent School District, Irving, Texas. It was named for U.S. Navy Admiral Chester W. Nimitz. Nimitz High School is one of five public high schools in the Irving Independent School District.
Serving 2,343 students in grades 9-12, Nimitz 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nimitz High School serves the southern part of its school district in Irving, TX, covering an area of approximately 16.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the school's edges, extending up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nimitz High School's student population of 2,343 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 156 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,343 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
156 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Nimitz 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 Nimitz High School is 0.31, 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
#7669 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nimitz High School's ranking?
Nimitz High School is ranked #7669 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nimitz High School often compared to?
Nimitz High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nimitz High School?
The graduation rate of Nimitz High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Nimitz High School?
2,343 students attend Nimitz High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Nimitz High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nimitz High School?
Nimitz High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nimitz High School offer ?
Nimitz High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nimitz High School part of?
Nimitz High School is part of Irving Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This was a wonderful school when i went there (86 - 90). I hope it has gotten better though.
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