Serving 110 students in grades 7-12, Nueces Canyon Jh/hs ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs's student population of 110 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Purpose, Power, Passion, Pride - Preparing Panthers for the Future!
School Rankings
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nueces Canyon Jh/hs is 0.54, 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
#2111 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
53%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Nueces Canyon Jh/hs's ranking?
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs is ranked #2111 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nueces Canyon Jh/hs?
The graduation rate of Nueces Canyon Jh/hs is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nueces Canyon Jh/hs?
110 students attend Nueces Canyon Jh/hs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Nueces Canyon Jh/hs students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nueces Canyon Jh/hs?
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nueces Canyon Jh/hs offer ?
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Nueces Canyon Jh/hs part of?
Nueces Canyon Jh/hs is part of Nueces Canyon Consolidated Independent School District.
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