NELSON PRAIRIE SCHOOL
Nelson Prairie School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the New Lenox SD 122 school district, located in New Lenox, IL with about 410 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 3rd 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 23 teachers, Nelson Prairie School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Nelson Prairie School, located at 2366 Nelson Rd in New Lenox, Illinois, is a primary educational institution serving students within the New Lenox School District 122. The school is known for fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, typically focusing on early childhood and primary grade levels. By emphasizing foundational academic skills and social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare its young students for long-term success as they progress through their educational journey.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Nelson Prairie School is recognized for its commitment to creating a community-oriented atmosphere. It places a strong emphasis on collaborative partnerships between teachers, students, and families to help address the unique needs of each learner. With a focus on inclusive practices and modern educational standards, the school strives to provide a safe and nurturing space where children can build confidence and curiosity during their formative years.
For more information, contact Nelson Prairie School at (815) 462-2874 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
New Lenox, IL 60451-8585
(815) 462-2874
NELSON PRAIRIE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in New Lenox, IL with about 410 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- New Lenox SD 122
- Total Students:
- 410
- Teachers:
- 23.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 410 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NELSON PRAIRIE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.0%
- Male
- 49.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.