Serving 63 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nelson Elementary School's student population of 63 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Safety Problem-Solving Including others Respect
School Mascot
Otter
School Rankings
Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
94%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Otter
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
Nelson Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Nelson Elementary School?
63 students attend Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Nelson Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson Elementary School?
Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nelson Elementary School part of?
Nelson Elementary School is part of Nelson School District.
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