Central Heights High School is a public high school located in Nacogdoches, Texas, United States, and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Central Heights Independent School District located in north central Nacogdoches County.
Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Heights Elementary 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Heights Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Central Heights Elementary 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 Central Heights Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#1650 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
66%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Central Heights Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Central Heights Elementary School is ranked #1650 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Central Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Central Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cushing Elementary School, Central Heights High School, Central Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Central Heights Elementary School?
477 students attend Central Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Central Heights Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Heights Elementary School?
Central Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Heights Elementary School offer ?
Central Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Heights Elementary School part of?
Central Heights Elementary School is part of Central Heights Independent School District.
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