Serving 659 students in grades 5-6, Nichols Intermediate 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nichols Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nichols Intermediate School's student population of 659 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nichols Intermediate 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 Nichols Intermediate School is 0.62, 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
#6807 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
27%
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
83%
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 Intermediate School's ranking?
Nichols Intermediate School is ranked #6807 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nichols Intermediate School?
659 students attend Nichols Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Nichols Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nichols Intermediate School?
Nichols Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nichols Intermediate School offer ?
Nichols Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Nichols Intermediate School part of?
Nichols Intermediate School is part of Jacksonville Independent School District.
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