Lawrence - Nelson High School serves 69 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence - Nelson High School's student population of 69 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
69 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lawrence - Nelson High School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Hispanic
6%
23%
White
94%
61%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lawrence - Nelson High School?
69 students attend Lawrence - Nelson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lawrence - Nelson High School students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence - Nelson High School?
Lawrence - Nelson High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lawrence - Nelson High School offer ?
Lawrence - Nelson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lawrence - Nelson High School part of?
Lawrence - Nelson High School is part of Lawrence - Nelson School District.
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