NELSON EL

NELSON EL is a public elementary school that is part of the DENTON ISD school district, located in DENTON, TX with about 633 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, NELSON EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 3909 Teasley Lane in Denton, Texas, is a public school serving students in the Denton Independent School District. As a neighborhood campus, it plays a central role in the local community, focusing on foundational academic development, social-emotional growth, and fostering a supportive learning environment for elementary-aged children. The school is known for its commitment to the district’s mission of empowering students to achieve their full potential through comprehensive instruction and community engagement.

Beyond the classroom, NELSON ELementary emphasizes a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. The school typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities and programs designed to enrich the student experience, encouraging participation in academics, arts, and physical education. By maintaining strong partnerships with parents and the surrounding Denton community, NELSON ELementary strives to create a stable, encouraging atmosphere that prepares its students for the transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact NELSON EL at (940) 369-1400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3909 TEASLEY LN
DENTON, TX 76210
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NELSON EL is a public school in DENTON, TX with about 633 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DENTON ISD
Total Students:
633
Teachers:
45.04
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th 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 633 students

White
55.9%
Hispanic/Latino
24.3%
Black or African American
11.8%
Asian
4.4%
Two or more races
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.9%
Male
50.1%

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.