Serving 432 students in grades 4-6, Nelson Ridge School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nelson Ridge School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nelson Ridge School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson Ridge School is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#472 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
81%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson Ridge School's ranking?
Nelson Ridge School is ranked #472 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nelson Ridge School?
432 students attend Nelson Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Nelson Ridge School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson Ridge School?
Nelson Ridge School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nelson Ridge School offer ?
Nelson Ridge School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Nelson Ridge School part of?
Nelson Ridge School is part of New Lenox SD 122 School District.
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