Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ada S. Nelson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ada S. Nelson Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2240 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ada S. Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School is ranked #2240 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ada S. Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
Ada S. Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aeolian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ada S. Nelson Elementary School?
378 students attend Ada S. Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ada S. Nelson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ada S. Nelson Elementary School?
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ada S. Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ada S. Nelson Elementary School part of?
Ada S. Nelson Elementary School is part of Los Nietos School District.
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