Serving 277 students in grades 9-12, Nixon-smiley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Nixon-smiley High School's student population of 277 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
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nixon-smiley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nixon-smiley High School is 0.35, 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
#607 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
21%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
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 #607 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 89%.
How many students attend Nixon-smiley High School?
277 students attend Nixon-smiley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Nixon-smiley High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
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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