Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-5, V H Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: V H Nelson Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Niles, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles, typically within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1 mile, with the furthest edge being 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
V H Nelson Elementary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
479 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 10, 2027
School Motto
Empowering all students to succeed in a changing world
School Rankings
V H Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of V H Nelson Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1721 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
36%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/27/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is V H Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
V H Nelson Elementary School is ranked #1721 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are V H Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
V H Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend V H Nelson Elementary School?
479 students attend V H Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of V H Nelson Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of V H Nelson Elementary School?
V H Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does V H Nelson Elementary School offer ?
V H Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is V H Nelson Elementary School part of?
V H Nelson Elementary School is part of East Maine SD 63 School District.
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