N O Nelson Elementary School serves 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
N O Nelson Elementary School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
N/O
School Rankings
The diversity score of N O Nelson Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
65%
45%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are N O Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
N O Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Elementary School, Ellis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend N O Nelson Elementary School?
347 students attend N O Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of N O Nelson Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of N O Nelson Elementary School?
N O Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does N O Nelson Elementary School offer ?
N O Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is N O Nelson Elementary School part of?
N O Nelson Elementary School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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