Nelson County Early Learning Center serves 150 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson County Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
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School Overview
Nelson County Early Learning Center's student population of 150 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nelson County Early Learning Center is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nelson County Early Learning Center?
150 students attend Nelson County Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Nelson County Early Learning Center students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson County Early Learning Center?
Nelson County Early Learning Center has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nelson County Early Learning Center offer ?
Nelson County Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nelson County Early Learning Center part of?
Nelson County Early Learning Center is part of Nelson County School District.
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