Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J B Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J B Nelson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
J B Nelson Elementary School's student population of 447 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J B Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J B Nelson Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#683 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
18%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J B Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
J B Nelson Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are J B Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
J B Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice Gustafson Elementary School, Hoover Wood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J B Nelson Elementary School?
447 students attend J B Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of J B Nelson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J B Nelson Elementary School?
J B Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does J B Nelson Elementary School offer ?
J B Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J B Nelson Elementary School part of?
J B Nelson Elementary School is part of Batavia USD 101 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School! Thanksgiving Break!
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School! Thanksgiving Break!
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School! Thanksgiving Break!
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break! No School!
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break! No School!
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
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