Serving 410 students in grades 1-5, Elisa Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elisa Nelson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Elisa Nelson Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elisa Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elisa Nelson Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
3%
21%
White
77%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elisa Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
Elisa Nelson Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Elisa Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
Elisa Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plato Palm Harbor Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Elisa Nelson Elementary School?
410 students attend Elisa Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Elisa Nelson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elisa Nelson Elementary School?
Elisa Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Elisa Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Elisa Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Elisa Nelson Elementary School part of?
Elisa Nelson Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Elisa Nelson Elementary School located?
Elisa Nelson Elementary School is located in the Allens Ridge neighborhood of Palm Harbor, FL.
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