Nelson J High School serves 904 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nelson J High School's student population of 904 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
904 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nelson J High School is 0.73, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
30%
13%
White
11%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nelson J High School?
904 students attend Nelson J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Nelson J High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson J High School?
Nelson J High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nelson J High School offer ?
Nelson J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nelson J High School part of?
Nelson J High School is part of Katy Independent School District.
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