Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nelson Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2590 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
43%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
Nelson Elementary School is ranked #2590 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nelson Elementary School?
520 students attend Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Nelson Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 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 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nelson Elementary School part of?
Nelson Elementary School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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