Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School serves 123 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School's student population of 123 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School?
123 students attend Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School?
Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School part of?
Lawrence - Nelson Elementary School is part of Lawrence - Nelson School District.
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