Serving 328 students in grades 6-8, Nelson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nelson Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lovingston, VA, covering approximately 474.3 square miles. Students may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nelson Middle School's student population of 328 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nelson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1042 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
10%
21%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Middle School's ranking?
Nelson Middle School is ranked #1042 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Nelson Middle School often compared to?
Nelson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nelson County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Nelson Middle School?
328 students attend Nelson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Nelson Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson Middle School?
Nelson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nelson Middle School offer ?
Nelson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nelson Middle School part of?
Nelson Middle School is part of Nelson County School District.
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