Serving 1,131 students in grades 6-8, Nelson Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nelson Middle School's student population of 1,131 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Nelson Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
70%
6%
Hispanic
4%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Middle School's ranking?
Nelson Middle School is ranked #68 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nelson Middle School?
1,131 students attend Nelson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Nelson Middle School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson Middle School?
Nelson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nelson Middle School offer ?
Nelson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nelson Middle School part of?
Nelson Middle School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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