Serving 489 students in grades 4-6, Nelson Ridge School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Nelson Ridge School's student population of 489 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nelson Ridge School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Ridge School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#732 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Ridge School's ranking?
Nelson Ridge School is ranked #732 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Nelson Ridge School?
489 students attend Nelson Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Nelson Ridge School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson Ridge School?
Nelson Ridge School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nelson Ridge School offer ?
Nelson Ridge School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Nelson Ridge School part of?
Nelson Ridge School is part of New Lenox SD 122 School District.
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