Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School's student population of 214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1807 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School is ranked #1807 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
East Coloma - Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montmorency Ccsd #145, Rock Falls Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School?
214 students attend East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School?
East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School offer ?
East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School part of?
East Coloma - Nelson Elementary School is part of East Coloma - Nelson Cesd 20 School District.
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