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Nimitz EL

Elementary School · KERRVILLE ISD

100 VALLEY VIEW, Kerrville, TX 78028

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,890 of 8,552

In Kerrville

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

KERRVILLE ISD

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Nimitz EL

6.0/10

Elementary School in Kerrville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Nimitz EL

Nimitz EL is a public elementary school in Kerrville, TX, part of KERRVILLE ISD. Nimitz EL serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Nimitz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,890 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Nimitz EL show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,258
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Nimitz EL — Students at Nimitz EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 72.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 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
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
61.8%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
59%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Nimitz EL Compares

See how Nimitz EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in TX
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Programs & Offerings

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

100 VALLEY VIEW, Kerrville, TX 78028

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nimitz EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUNT SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Hunt), which scores notably higher. Another option is INGRAM EL (rated 9.1/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Ingram), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kerrville, see our Kerrville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.6 mi
School Distance Rating
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kerrville 1.7 mi 8.0
ST PETER'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Kerrville 1.7 mi
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Kerrville 2.0 mi 3.6
DANIELS EL Kerrville 2.0 mi 6.8
HILL COUNTRY H S Kerrville 2.5 mi 4.5
STARKEY EL Kerrville 2.8 mi 6.3
PETERSON MIDDLE Kerrville 2.6 mi 5.8
TIVY H S Kerrville 2.7 mi 6.4
FRED H TALLY EL Kerrville 3.5 mi 7.8
OUR LADY OF THE HILLS REG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kerrville 4.2 mi 6.4
INGRAM EL Ingram 5.8 mi 9.1
INGRAM TOM MOORE H S Ingram 6.9 mi 8.2
INGRAM MIDDLE Ingram 6.9 mi 8.9
HILL COUNTRY YOUTH RANCH Ingram 7.4 mi 3.5
CENTER POINT EL Center Point 9.1 mi 5.1
CENTER POINT H S Center Point 9.1 mi 7.7
CENTER POINT MIDDLE Center Point 9.1 mi 8.0
HUNT SCHOOL Hunt 11.6 mi 9.2
COMFORT MIDDLE Comfort 14.6 mi 5.4
MEDINA SCHOOL Medina 16.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,486

Median Home Value

$281,300

Median Rent

$1,097/mo

Population

40,829

College Educated

31.5%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

48.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nimitz EL

What grades does Nimitz EL serve?

Nimitz EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Nimitz EL?

Nimitz EL has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nimitz EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Nimitz EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nimitz EL rank in TX?

Nimitz EL ranks #4,890 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Nimitz EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Nimitz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Nimitz EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nimitz EL has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Nimitz EL a charter school?

No, Nimitz EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nimitz EL a Title I school?

No, Nimitz EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nimitz EL?

70.2% of students at Nimitz 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Kerr County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

KERRVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
4,689
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,258
District Rank
#5 of 8

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