W. R. NELSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

W. R. Nelson Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tustin Unified school district, located in Tustin, CA with about 484 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, W. R. Nelson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

W. R. Nelson Elementary, located in the Tustin Unified School District, is a public school that serves students in transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. Situated in a residential area of Tustin, California, the school is known for fostering a supportive community environment. It places a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal growth, offering a curriculum designed to build foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging students to develop critical thinking and collaboration abilities.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Nelson Elementary strives to create an inclusive campus culture that promotes social-emotional development and character education. The school typically provides a range of extracurricular opportunities and parent-led programs aimed at enriching the student experience. By maintaining an active partnership between educators, families, and the local community, W. R. Nelson Elementary seeks to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact W. R. Nelson Elementary at (714) 730-7536 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.