Nelson Elementary School

The school is named after the three Nelson sisters, each a dedicated and respected educator.

Nelson Elementary School is an above average, public school located in Dover, FL.

Nelson Elementary School is home to nearly 700 students from grades VPK-5th.

Nelson Elementary School has a 17:1 student teacher ratio giving an optimal environment.

Nelson Elementary has a covered play area for rainy days.

Kids enjoy playing on the play area at Nelson Elementary.

Nelson Elementary School

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

5413 Durant Rd, Dover, FL

Hillsborough County Public Schools

630 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Mary Hewett

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1

Math Proficiency
48%

Reading Proficiency
51%

Academics

B-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

51%

Math Proficiency

48%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 18:1 Teachers 36	Full Time Teachers 36
Teachers in First or Second Year 3.4%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

708:1

Student Diversity

Male 52.9%	Female 47.1%
Hispanic 37.5%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

8/24/2022

My kids have been attending Nelson for 3 years now . The teachers strive for student success , and they communicate very well with parents. My kids love it and they are learning so much .

2.0 parent

7/8/2022

Both my boys have gone to Nelson My eldest son Graduated from there but last year my youngest son has had issues and we were dealing with the principal Dr. Jason Pepe he seemed to be professional and willing to help at first but that changed drastically as the last conversation my husband had with h...

1.0 parent

5/1/2019

out of all my experiences this is not the worst. it just they do a good job covering it up and people will not come forward or speak. only behind scenes

5.0 parent

8/26/2017

If you child is special needs you will be flabbergasted and amazed at the outpouring of compassion and support. Expectations are high (my IEP kid is ASD but on the lesser end of the spectrum).Gifted service coordinators are nothing short of wonderful and your gifted child will interact with gifted p...

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Florida Hillsborough County Dover 33527

Nelson Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Dover, FL, in the Dover neighborhood, and is served by the Hillsborough County Public Schools in Florida. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 630 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 48% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% are proficient in reading. Nelson Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $470,030. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mulrennan Middle School, Buckhorn Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Dover has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Nelson Elementary School.

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