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#2947 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 34% in state

Byron Nelson H S

High School · NORTHWEST ISD

2775 BOBCAT BLVD, Trophy Club, TX 76262

Enrollment

2,892

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,947 of 8,552

In Trophy Club

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#14 of 31

NORTHWEST ISD

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Byron Nelson H S

7.2/10

High School in Trophy Club · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Byron Nelson H S

Byron Nelson H S is a public high school in Trophy Club, TX, part of NORTHWEST ISD. Byron Nelson H S serves approximately 2,892 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Byron Nelson H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,947 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Byron Nelson H S show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Byron Nelson H S is a large school: 2,892 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.7 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation38.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,236
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Byron Nelson H S — Students at Byron Nelson H S score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 83.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2024
Math
57%
ELA
77%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Byron Nelson H S Compares

See how Byron Nelson H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in TX
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
7
3 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
153 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
38.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
3 boys'·4 girls'·27 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2775 BOBCAT BLVD, Trophy Club, TX 76262

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Byron Nelson H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ARGYLE H S (rated 8.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Flower Mound), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES M STEELE EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Worth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Trophy Club, see our Trophy Club schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MEDLIN MIDDLE Trophy Club 0.4 mi 8.1
SAMUEL BECK EL Trophy Club 0.7 mi 8.9
ROANOKE EL Roanoke 0.9 mi 7.6
LAKEVIEW EL Roanoke 1.2 mi 8.1
PREMIER ACADEMY OF TROPHY CLUB Trophy Club 1.2 mi
JAMES M STEELE EARLY COLLEGE H S Fort Worth 1.7 mi 7.8
WESTLAKE ACADEMY Westlake 2.4 mi 8.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WESTLAKE AT ENTRADA Westlake 2.6 mi
WAYNE A COX EL Roanoke 2.8 mi 8.2
THE CLARIDEN SCHOOL Southlake 3.2 mi 7.6
ARGYLE H S Flower Mound 3.7 mi 8.3
ARGYLE SOUTH EL Flower Mound 4.2 mi 8.1
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Argyle 4.5 mi 5.8
WALNUT GROVE EL Southlake 4.3 mi 8.6
MONTESSORI COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Flower Mound 4.2 mi
RIDGEVIEW EL Keller 4.6 mi 7.8
FLORENCE EL Southlake 5.4 mi 8.7
DON T DURHAM INT Southlake 5.4 mi 8.7
JOHN M TIDWELL MIDDLE Roanoke 5.0 mi 7.4
READING FRIENDS Keller 5.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76262 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,093

Median Home Value

$527,400

Median Rent

$1,752/mo

Population

43,589

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Byron Nelson H S

What grades does Byron Nelson H S serve?

Byron Nelson H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Byron Nelson H S?

Byron Nelson H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,892 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Byron Nelson H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Byron Nelson H S is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Byron Nelson H S rank in TX?

Byron Nelson H S ranks #2,947 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Byron Nelson H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Byron Nelson H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Byron Nelson H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Byron Nelson H S has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Byron Nelson H S a charter school?

No, Byron Nelson H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Byron Nelson H S a Title I school?

No, Byron Nelson H S is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,892
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
153
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

NORTHWEST ISD
District Enrollment
30,736
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,236
District Rank
#14 of 31

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