Nelson Elementary School serves 41 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 60-79% (which was higher than the Illinois state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-59% (which was approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
41 students
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)40-59%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
45%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2010. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Nelson Public School District No 8
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% IL state average).
How many students attend Nelson Elementary School?
41 students attend Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nelson Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson Elementary School?
Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nelson Elementary School part of?
Nelson Elementary School is part of Nelson Public School District No 8.
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