Serving 461 students in grades 9-12, Jim Ned High School 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jim Ned High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jim Ned High School's student population of 461 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Mascot
Indian
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Jim Ned High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jim Ned High School is 0.28, 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
#2207 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
84%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Jim Ned High School's ranking?
Jim Ned High School is ranked #2207 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jim Ned High School often compared to?
Jim Ned High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wylie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jim Ned High School?
The graduation rate of Jim Ned High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jim Ned High School?
461 students attend Jim Ned High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jim Ned High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jim Ned High School?
Jim Ned High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jim Ned High School offer ?
Jim Ned High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jim Ned High School part of?
Jim Ned High School is part of Jim Ned CISD School District.
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