Nelson Elementary School

L.A Nelson Elementary is one of the premier elementary schools in South Denton.

L.A Nelson Elementary is graded an B+ according to Niche.com.

L.A Nelson Elementary is newly build and serves the South Denton area with exceptional programs.

L.A Nelson Elementary creates a safe and vibrant learning space in South Denton.

L.A Nelson Elementary is perfect for students in South Denton to prepare for middle school.

L.A Nelson Elementary has a traditional outdoor track.

L.A Nelson Elementary has four square and basketball courts.

Nelson Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5

3909 Teasley Ln, Denton, TX

South Denton Neighborhood

Denton Independent School District

524 Students

B+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Ms Erika Timmons

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1

Math Proficiency
43%

Reading Proficiency
61%

B+

Academics

A-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

61%

Math Proficiency

43%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

13:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

7.7%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

575:1

Student Diversity

Male

52.7%

Female

47.3%

White

42.5%

Hispanic

33.5%

Black

11.5%

Two or more races

7.3%

Asian or Pacific Islander

4.4%

Native American

<1%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

8/8/2022

My daughter attends Nelson and she loves it!! The teachers are warm and welcoming. Every single teacher she's had went above and beyond to make sure she grew academically but also socially. They did an amazing job building relationships and was always so friendly and welcoming. I love Nelson Element...

1.0 parent

6/24/2022

This was the worst experience I have ever had. My child's teacher was HORRIBLE there was no communication and the principal will not hold any accountability. We never received any graded work from child's teacher, we never knew what was going on in the classroom and the teacher ruined my child's sel...

5.0 parent

6/29/2020

Great school! Great staff! All of my girls have been going there the last several years

4.0 parent

12/16/2013

My son went here for Kinder in 2010-11. Our experience was great, and Mrs. D was a wonderful instructor. Everyone was so kind and the facility was new and very nicely planned out.

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Guyer High School

9th to 12th
Public

Fred Moore High School

9th to 12th
Public

B+

Denton Calvary Academy

K to 12th
Private

South Lakes Park

Briercliff Park

Specialist Ernest W. Dallas Jr. Veterans Memorial Park

Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails

Wiggly Field Dog Park

Wheeler Ridge Playground

Woods Park

Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails

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Nelson Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Denton, TX and is served by the Denton Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 524 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 43% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% are proficient in reading. Nelson Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $430,083. Discover additional schools in the area, like Guyer High School, Fred Moore High School, Denton Calvary Academy, and more. Learn more about what Denton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Nelson Elementary School.

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