Serving 295 students in grades 9-12, Nixon-smiley 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nixon-Smiley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 372 square miles in Nixon, TX. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 12.6 miles, with the furthest point being 19.3 miles away, making a typical drive to the school take around 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nixon-smiley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nixon-smiley High School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Never give up on us, and we will never give up on you!
School Rankings
Nixon-smiley 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 Nixon-smiley High School is 0.34, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
19%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nixon-smiley High School's ranking?
Nixon-smiley High School is ranked #4645 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nixon-smiley High School?
The graduation rate of Nixon-smiley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nixon-smiley High School?
295 students attend Nixon-smiley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Nixon-smiley High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nixon-smiley High School?
Nixon-smiley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nixon-smiley High School offer ?
Nixon-smiley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nixon-smiley High School part of?
Nixon-smiley High School is part of Nixon-Smiley CISD School District.
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