NIMITZ HIGH SCHOOL

NIMITZ H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the ALDINE ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,943 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 138 teachers, NIMITZ H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Nimitz High School, located at 2005 W W Thorne Dr in Houston, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Aldine Independent School District. As a large, comprehensive high school, it serves a diverse student population and provides a wide array of academic programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for fostering a competitive and active environment, offering extensive extracurricular opportunities, including robust athletic programs, fine arts initiatives, and various student-led organizations that encourage school spirit and community engagement.

Academically, Nimitz High School focuses on meeting the needs of its students through a variety of instructional pathways, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. By utilizing the resources and administrative support of the Aldine Independent School District, the school aims to provide a structured learning environment that emphasizes college readiness and career development. For families and community members seeking more information regarding specific enrollment details, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active presence through the official Aldine ISD website at http://www.aldine.k12.tx.us.

For more information, contact NIMITZ H S at (281) 443-7480 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2005 W W THORNE DR
HOUSTON, TX 77073-3301
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NIMITZ HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,943 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
ALDINE ISD
Total Students:
1,943
Teachers:
138.75
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,943 students

Hispanic/Latino
49.6%
Black or African American
43.4%
White
3.3%
Asian
2.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.9%
Two or more races
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.