Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nesmith Elementary 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 39% (which is lower 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nesmith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nesmith Elementary School's student population of 590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Nesmith Elementary 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 Nesmith Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#3488 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
43%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Nesmith Elementary School's ranking?
Nesmith Elementary School is ranked #3488 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nesmith Elementary School often compared to?
Nesmith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miss May Vernon Elementary School, Mcclendon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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).
How many students attend Nesmith Elementary School?
590 students attend Nesmith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Nesmith Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nesmith Elementary School?
Nesmith Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nesmith Elementary School offer ?
Nesmith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nesmith Elementary School part of?
Nesmith Elementary School is part of Community Independent School District.
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