Nederland High School is a public high school located in the city of Nederland, Texas. It is part of the Nederland Independent School District which covers a portion of eastern Jefferson County, including all of Nederland and portions of Port Neches, Port Arthur, and Beaumont.
Serving 1,500 students in grades 9-12, Nederland High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nederland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nederland High School's student population of 1,500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nederland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nederland High School is 0.65, 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
#2377 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
29%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
51%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nederland High School's ranking?
Nederland High School is ranked #2377 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nederland High School often compared to?
Nederland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Neches-groves High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nederland High School?
The graduation rate of Nederland High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nederland High School?
1,500 students attend Nederland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Nederland High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nederland High School?
Nederland High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nederland High School offer ?
Nederland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nederland High School part of?
Nederland High School is part of Nederland Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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