Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nelson Elementary serves the southeast part of Haysville, KS, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nelson Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#633 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
Nelson Elementary School is ranked #633 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rex Elementary School, Freeman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Nelson Elementary School?
442 students attend Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Nelson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson Elementary School?
Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nelson Elementary School part of?
Nelson Elementary School is part of Haysville School District.
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