Lawrence - Nelson Middle School serves 44 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence - Nelson Middle School's student population of 44 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
44 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lawrence - Nelson Middle School is 0.17, 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
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Middle School?
44 students attend Lawrence - Nelson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lawrence - Nelson Middle School students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence - Nelson Middle School?
Lawrence - Nelson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lawrence - Nelson Middle School offer ?
Lawrence - Nelson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lawrence - Nelson Middle School part of?
Lawrence - Nelson Middle School is part of Lawrence - Nelson School District.
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