Serving 1,482 students in grades 9-12, Nederland High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 1,482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nederland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nederland High School's student population of 1,482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Bulldog
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Nederland 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 Nederland High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1954 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
52%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Nederland High School's ranking?
Nederland High School is ranked #1954 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nederland High School often compared to?
Nederland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Neches-groves High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nederland High School?
The graduation rate of Nederland High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nederland High School?
1,482 students attend Nederland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nederland High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nederland High School?
Nederland High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nederland High School offer ?
Nederland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nederland High School part of?
Nederland High School is part of Nederland Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2015
I am a previous student and also my daughter is currently enrolled in your school I was searching your website because I am on policy council at another school and need to forward info to and from the school for my daughter soon. I really enjoyed being at your school when I attended and My daughter really also likes attending your school. I Met some of the best teachers and community leaders while I went to school there and from the statistics I just reviewed you have advanced your education and expectations of students and it shows in the numbers.
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