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#5780 of 8,552 schools in TX
Nesmith EL
Elementary School · COMMUNITY ISD
P O BOX 400, Nevada, TX 75173
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,780 of 8,552
In Nevada
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
COMMUNITY ISD
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Nesmith EL
Elementary School in Nevada · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nesmith EL
Nesmith EL is a public elementary school in Nevada, TX, part of COMMUNITY ISD. Nesmith EL serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nesmith EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,780 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Nesmith EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Nesmith EL — Students at Nesmith EL score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.0/10.
How Nesmith EL Compares
See how Nesmith EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 400, Nevada, TX 75173
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nesmith EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WALLY WATKINS EL (rated 9.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Wylie), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEBBIE WILLIAMS EL (rated 9.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Rockwall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHERRY AND PAUL HAMM EL (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Rockwall), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nevada, see our Nevada schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CELIA HAYS EL Rockwall | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
| WYLIE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Wylie | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| J W WILLIAMS MIDDLE Rockwall | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| WYLIE EAST H S Wylie | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SHERRY AND PAUL HAMM EL Rockwall | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| NEBBIE WILLIAMS EL Rockwall | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
| GRACE HARTMAN EL Rockwall | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ROCKWALL QUEST ACADEMY Rockwall | 5.6 mi | 4.4 |
| MISS MAY VERNON EL Royse City | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BILLIE STEVENSON EL Fate | 5.5 mi | 6.6 |
| P M AKIN EL Wylie | 4.8 mi | 8.3 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Wylie | 4.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HOWARD DOBBS EL Rockwall | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| VIRGINIA REINHARDT EL Rockwall | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY H S Nevada | 5.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MCCLENDON EL Nevada | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| BOBBY SUMMERS MIDDLE Royse City | 5.6 mi | 7.3 |
| LELAND E EDGE MIDDLE Nevada | 5.4 mi | 4.0 |
| WALLY WATKINS EL Wylie | 5.2 mi | 9.1 |
| MARIGOLD LEARNING ACADEMY Rockwall | 6.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,373
Median Home Value
$322,000
Median Rent
$1,396/mo
Population
9,284
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
93.3%
Avg Commute
44.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
36.4
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| ALBERTO AND CELIA BARRERA EL Rio Grande City, TX | 5.4 |
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| AMOS EL Arlington, TX | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nesmith EL
What grades does Nesmith EL serve?
Nesmith EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Nesmith EL?
Nesmith EL has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nesmith EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Nesmith EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nesmith EL rank in TX?
Nesmith EL ranks #5,780 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Nesmith EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Nesmith EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Nesmith EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nesmith EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Nesmith EL a charter school?
No, Nesmith EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nesmith EL a Title I school?
No, Nesmith EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nesmith EL?
51.9% of students at Nesmith EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (972) 843-6100
Resources & Links
District
COMMUNITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,628
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,716
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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