Community High School is a public high school located approximately 1 mile north of Nevada, Texas. It is part of the Community Independent School District which covers much of southeastern Collin County. The district was a consolidation of schools in Nevada, Josephine, Copeville, and Lavon completed in 1948.
Serving 1,182 students in grades 9-12, Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Community High School's student population of 1,182 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1948
Colors
White, Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Strength and Endurance
School Rankings
Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6433 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
37%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves/lady Braves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community High School's ranking?
Community High School is ranked #6433 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Community High School often compared to?
Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farmersville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community High School?
The graduation rate of Community High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Community High School?
1,182 students attend Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Community High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community High School?
Community High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Community High School offer ?
Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Community High School part of?
Community High School is part of Community Independent School District.
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