Serving 995 students in grades 6-8, Nimitz Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nimitz Middle School's student population of 995 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
995 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Honor Commitment Courage
School Rankings
Nimitz Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nimitz Middle School is 0.33, 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
#5750 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
13%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nimitz Middle School's ranking?
Nimitz Middle School is ranked #5750 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nimitz Middle School often compared to?
Nimitz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Krueger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nimitz Middle School?
995 students attend Nimitz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Nimitz Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nimitz Middle School?
Nimitz Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nimitz Middle School offer ?
Nimitz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nimitz Middle School part of?
Nimitz Middle School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Nimitz Middle School located?
Nimitz Middle School is located in the North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in North Central.
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