Medard H. Nelson Elementary School serves 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-7.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
100%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Medard H. Nelson Elementary School?
453 students attend Medard H. Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Medard H. Nelson Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medard H. Nelson Elementary School?
Medard H. Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Medard H. Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Medard H. Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7
What school district is Medard H. Nelson Elementary School part of?
Medard H. Nelson Elementary School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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