For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 63 students in Nelson, NH.
The top-ranked public school in Nelson, NH is Nelson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nelson, NH public school have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Nelson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Nelson, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
441 Granite Lake Rd.
Nelson, NH 03457
(603) 847-3408
Nelson, NH 03457
(603) 847-3408
Gr: K-5 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Nelson, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in Nelson, NH include Nelson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Nelson?
1 public schools are located in Nelson.
What is the racial composition of students in Nelson?
Nelson public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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