About the School
Nacogdoches Independent School District (NISD) is a public school district located in Nacogdoches, Texas. Established in 1903, it serves Prekindergarten through 12th-grade students in central Nacogdoches County, including the cities of Nacogdoches and Appleby, as well as the community of Redfield. The district is committed to educating and inspiring students to achieve excellence. NISD has an enrollment of approximately 5,527 to nearly 6,000 students and operates 9 to 10 schools, which typically include 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The district employs around 733 staff members and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. NISD offers a range of educational programs and support services, focusing on the needs of its diverse student population, which includes a significant percentage of economically disadvantaged and Hispanic students.