Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Nelson Avenue Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nelson Avenue Middle School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nelson Avenue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Avenue Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7400 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Nelson Avenue Middle School is ranked #7400 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nelson Avenue Middle School?
457 students attend Nelson Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Nelson Avenue Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson Avenue Middle School?
Nelson Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nelson Avenue Middle School offer ?
Nelson Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nelson Avenue Middle School part of?
Nelson Avenue Middle School is part of Thermalito Union Elementary School District.
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