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Nitsch Elementary School

4702 W Mount Houston
Houston, TX 77088
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nitsch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 608 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 20% in TX
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Nitsch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Nitsch Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
In Klein ISD, Every Student Enters With A Promise & Exits With A Purpose.

School Rankings

Nitsch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nitsch Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#1441 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
66%
44%
60%
51%
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nitsch Elementary School's ranking?
Nitsch Elementary School is ranked #1441 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nitsch Elementary School?
608 students attend Nitsch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Nitsch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nitsch Elementary School?
Nitsch Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nitsch Elementary School offer ?
Nitsch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nitsch Elementary School part of?
Nitsch Elementary School is part of Klein Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Nitsch Elementary School located?
Nitsch Elementary School is located in the Inwood North neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Inwood North.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 608 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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