Nelson Center serves 59 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment was 59% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
59 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
37%
13%
White
41%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nelson Center?
59 students attend Nelson Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Nelson Center students are White, 37% of students are Black, and 22% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Nelson Center offer ?
Nelson Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Nelson Center part of?
Nelson Center is part of Denton Independent School District.
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