NELSON AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Nelson Avenue Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Thermalito Union Elementary school district, located in Oroville, CA with about 472 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 20 teachers, Nelson Avenue Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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 Avenue Middle School, located in Oroville, California, is a key component of the Thermalito Union Elementary School District. Serving students in the middle grade levels, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic preparation with the social and emotional development necessary for adolescents transitioning to high school. By focusing on a standards-based curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success, emphasizing essential literacy and numeracy skills while offering a range of activities to engage students outside the classroom.

The school is deeply integrated into the Thermalito community, maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student support services. Through its digital presence and district affiliation, Nelson Avenue Middle School promotes active communication with parents and guardians to ensure a collaborative educational experience. By utilizing the resources of the Thermalito Union Elementary School District, the staff strives to provide a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment that encourages students to develop their personal potential and become responsible members of the Oroville community.

For more information, contact Nelson Avenue Middle at (530) 538-2940 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.