Nitsch Elementary

Klein, Texas—Welcome to Nitsch Elementary, home of the Knights and a joyful, high-expectation Klein ISD community where every child is known by name, strengths, and needs. Located at 4702 W. Mount Houston Road, Klein, TX 77088, Nitsch serves grades K–5 with school hours 7:45 a.m.–3:25 p.m. Reach our front office at (832) 484-6400.

Principal: Mr. Leonard Castleberry.

Why Families Choose Nitsch
At Nitsch, The Future Is Now. Each morning begins with an affirmation of self-determination, setting the tone for a day of purpose, progress, and pride. Through the F.A.C.E. of a Knight framework—Fierce Leadership, Attitude of Gratitude, Collaborative Community, and Educational Excellence—students develop the habits and mindsets that shape strong academics and strong character. Our promise is simple and powerful: every learner can grow into the Klein ISD academic pathway that best fits their purpose—and we partner with families to make that promise a reality.

How Knights Learn
Nitsch teachers design engaging, targeted instruction that meets students where they are and helps them take the next step—every single day. Small-group work, clear goals, and frequent feedback make learning visible, while schoolwide systems emphasize kindness, responsibility, and perseverance. With a culture rooted in collaboration, staff “roll up their sleeves” to support each child’s growth and celebrate progress—turning daily wins into long-term confidence.

Program Highlight: Knights United
School spirit becomes student leadership in Knights United—“One Team, 5 Houses.” Each year, students are sorted into five houses that inspire belonging, friendly competition, and service. Within their houses, Knights practice collaboration, integrity, and grit, cheer for one another, and discover what it means to lead with character on campus and beyond.

The Triple AAA Experience
As a proud Klein ISD Triple AAA campus—Academics, Arts, and Athletics—Nitsch ensures 100% participation in physical education and 100% participation in music and art. Movement, music, and visual arts are part of every Knight’s week, building healthy habits, creativity, confidence, and school pride that power success in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.

Clubs, Creativity, and Leadership
There’s a place for every passion at Nitsch. Students explore Nitsch Choir, Coding Club, Name That Book Club, Art Club, and Knights of Excellence for Young Men—programs that spark curiosity and connect kids with friends and mentors who cheer them on. Whether your child loves to sing, code, create, read, or lead, they’ll find positive challenges and a supportive team.

Character You Can See
We teach the whole child. Guided by the TEKS and Klein ISD’s Profile of a Learner, Nitsch engages students in rigorous learning and excellent character development. A campus school counselor partners with families to support academic, personal, and career development, ensuring Knights “level up” in skills and citizenship each year.

Partners in Every Child’s Success
Families are essential teammates. Join our growing PTO, volunteer in classrooms, help with holiday events and Field Day, or connect with our Family Engagement Professional for simple, meaningful ways to get involved. Together, we build a community where students are encouraged, celebrated, and challenged to do their best.

Plan Your Visit
Ready to see Nitsch in action? Tour our campus, meet our team, and explore programs tailored to your child’s strengths and interests at nitsch.kleinisd.net. At Nitsch Elementary, Knights learn with purpose and lead with heart—so they enter with a promise and exit with a purpose.

Parent University

We believe families are powerful partners in every child’s success. Parent University is a free program for parents and caregivers. Through interactive sessions hosted on campus, at district events, and virtually families gain practical tools to support learning at home, stay informed, and connect with trusted staff. Topics range from helping with homework to building healthy routines to navigating digital safety, all aligned to each school’s academic goals.

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