Serving 291 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nelson Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nelson Elementary serves the northern part of La Puente, CA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nelson Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nelson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#5734 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
Nelson Elementary School is ranked #5734 out of 9,523 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nelson Elementary School?
291 students attend Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Nelson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson Elementary School?
Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nelson Elementary School part of?
Nelson Elementary School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nelson Elementary School located?
Nelson Elementary School is located in the Westchester neighborhood of La Puente, CA.
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