Original Research by School Decision on Jim Ned H S
Jim Ned High School is a regular public high school in Tuscola, Texas, serving grades nine through twelve with an enrollment of about four hundred sixty students spread fairly evenly across the four grades. The school is part of Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District.
The student body is predominantly white, with a smaller Hispanic population and very few students from other racial or ethnic backgrounds. Free-or-reduced-price lunch eligibility sits at a low rate, suggesting the broader student population comes from families with relatively stable economic footing. The school does not report counts for students with individualized education plans or English learners, so information on those populations is not available.
On state assessments administered in the most recent school year, Jim Ned's results show strength in some areas and softer performance in others. Science stands out as a particular strength, with all students meeting the "approaches" standard and a clear majority reaching the "masters" level. Social studies also shows solid proficiency across the "approaches" and "meets" thresholds. English language arts proficiency is respectable at the "approaches" and "meets" levels, though fewer students reach the "masters" threshold. Mathematics is where the school's results dip noticeably. While most students meet the "approaches" standard, fewer than half reach the "meets" level, and the "masters" rate is lower than in other subjects. Taken across all subjects, the school's overall proficiency sits at about seventy percent at the "meets" level and considerably lower at the "masters" level. A parent may want to look into further detail on the math program and support available for students working toward higher proficiency.
The local housing market in the Tuscola area reflects modest home values relative to state and national benchmarks, with monthly rent considerably lower than comparable mortgage costs. This economic profile suggests the area appeals to families seeking affordability, though housing costs relative to income are moderate. The unemployment rate for the region is steady at around mid-single digits.
Data on graduation rates, chronic absenteeism, course offerings, staffing levels, and specific academic programs were not available. Information on recent district changes and broader community context for Tuscola was also limited, so readers seeking a fuller picture of school culture, extracurricular life, or district direction may want to reach out to the school directly.
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