NELSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Nelson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Muskegon Public Schools of the City of school district, located in MUSKEGON, MI with about 258 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 27 teachers, Nelson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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 Elementary School, located at 550 West Grand Avenue in Muskegon, Michigan, is a key part of the Muskegon Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As an integral component of the local educational landscape, Nelson Elementary focuses on building a strong foundation for its young learners, preparing them for middle school and beyond through a curriculum aligned with state standards.

The school benefits from being part of the broader Muskegon Public Schools network, which emphasizes innovative teaching methods and resources designed to help students succeed in an ever-changing world. By maintaining a close connection with families and the surrounding Muskegon community, Nelson Elementary strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. For those looking for more detailed information on their specific academic programs, staff directory, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active presence through the official Muskegon Public Schools website at [www.muskegon.k12.mi.us](http://www.muskegon.k12.mi.us).

For more information, contact Nelson Elementary School at (231) 720-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

550 WEST GRAND AVE
MUSKEGON, MI 49441-2336
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NELSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MUSKEGON, MI with about 258 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
258
Teachers:
27.55
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 258 students

Black or African American
65.9%
White
21.3%
Hispanic/Latino
7.0%
Two or more races
5.8%

Female
47.7%
Male
52.3%

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.