Serving 689 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nichols Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nichols Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nichols Elementary School's student population of 689 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Motto
As the heart and future of our community, the Nichols Elementary family will dream big, inspire others, and achieve excellence.
School Rankings
Nichols Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nichols Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#145 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
56%
6%
Hispanic
7%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
26%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
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 Nichols Elementary School's ranking?
Nichols Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nichols Elementary School?
689 students attend Nichols Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nichols Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nichols Elementary School?
Nichols Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nichols Elementary School offer ?
Nichols Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nichols Elementary School part of?
Nichols Elementary School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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