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 2,379 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nimitz High School's student population of 2,379 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 160 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
160 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Nimitz High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 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
#7631 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nimitz High School's ranking?
Nimitz High School is ranked #7631 out of 8,188 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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%.
How many students attend Nimitz High School?
2,379 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 2/13/2016
This was a wonderful school when i went there (86 - 90). I hope it has gotten better though.
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