Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J B Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J B Nelson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
J B Nelson Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
We are so proud of our dedicated, experienced staff and enthusiastic learners at J.B. Nelson Elementary School!
School Rankings
J B Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J B Nelson Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#795 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
7%
17%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J B Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
J B Nelson Elementary School is ranked #795 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J B Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
J B Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover Wood Elementary School, Alice Gustafson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J B Nelson Elementary School?
477 students attend J B Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of J B Nelson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J B Nelson Elementary School?
J B Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J B Nelson Elementary School offer ?
J B Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J B Nelson Elementary School part of?
J B Nelson Elementary School is part of Batavia Unified School District 101.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School-Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
No School-Spring Break
March 31, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School-Spring Break
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School-Spring Break
April 02, 2026 (Thursday)
No School-Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
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