NELSON RIDGE SCHOOL

Nelson Ridge School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the New Lenox SD 122 school district, located in New Lenox, IL with about 468 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade 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 25 teachers, Nelson Ridge School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 Ridge School, located at 2470 Nelson Road in New Lenox, Illinois, is a public school serving students in the New Lenox School District 122. It is typically recognized as a middle-level educational facility, primarily serving students in grades 4 through 6. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic development while encouraging social and emotional growth during the critical transition years of late elementary and early middle school.

The school is part of a community-focused district that prioritizes parent-teacher collaboration and student achievement. Beyond its standard curriculum, Nelson Ridge integrates various extracurricular activities and technology-driven learning initiatives to prepare students for their future educational endeavors. By maintaining a focus on both academic rigor and character building, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students successfully navigate the challenges of their intermediate school years.

For more information, contact Nelson Ridge School at (815) 462-2870 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.