Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nelson Elementary School serves the northeast part of Graham, WA, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nelson Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#766 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
Nelson Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Graham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Nelson Elementary School?
497 students attend Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Nelson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson Elementary School?
Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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 Bethel School District.
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