Serving 1,156 students in grades 6-8, Nolan Middle 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 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nolan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nolan Middle School's student population of 1,156 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Nolan Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nolan Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#3274 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nolan Middle School's ranking?
Nolan Middle School is ranked #3274 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nolan Middle School often compared to?
Nolan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Audie Murphy Middle School, Union Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nolan Middle School?
1,156 students attend Nolan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Nolan Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nolan Middle School?
Nolan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nolan Middle School offer ?
Nolan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nolan Middle School part of?
Nolan Middle School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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