School Overview
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.
2,772
Total Students
145.4
Full-Time Teachers
19.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NIMITZ H S
Demographic Student Count
White74
Hispanic1,394
Black1,209
Asian28
Two or More39
American Indian8
Pacific Islander20
  • Hispanic
    1,394 (50.3 %)
  • Black
    1,209 (43.6 %)
  • White
    74 (2.7 %)
  • Two or More
    39 (1.4 %)
  • Asian
    28 (1.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    20 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: ALDINE ISD
Phone: (281)443-7480
Website: http://www.aldineisd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,772
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 145.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 2,050
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Grade 9 808
Grade 10 756
Grade 11 624
Grade 12 584

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NIMITZ H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9808
Grade 10756
Grade 11624
Grade 12584
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NIMITZ H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,39750.4%
Male1,37549.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)