Serving 442 students in grades 6-8, Nelson Avenue Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nelson Avenue Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nelson Avenue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Avenue Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2908 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Nelson Avenue Middle School is ranked #2908 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Nelson Avenue Middle School?
442 students attend Nelson Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Nelson Avenue Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson Avenue Middle School?
Nelson Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nelson Avenue Middle School offer ?
Nelson Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nelson Avenue Middle School part of?
Nelson Avenue Middle School is part of Thermalito Union Elementary School District.
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