Central Heights High School is a public high school located in Nacogdoches, Texas, United States, and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Central Heights Independent School District located in north central Nacogdoches County.
Serving 333 students in grades 9-12, Central Heights High School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than 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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Heights High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Heights High School's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence Through Education
School Rankings
Central Heights High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Heights High School is 0.47, 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
#900 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
21%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
70%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Heights High School's ranking?
Central Heights High School is ranked #900 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Central Heights High School often compared to?
Central Heights High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nacogdoches High School, Central Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Central Heights High School?
The graduation rate of Central Heights High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central Heights High School?
333 students attend Central Heights High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Central Heights High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Heights High School?
Central Heights High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Heights High School offer ?
Central Heights High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Heights High School part of?
Central Heights High School is part of Central Heights Independent School District.
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