Overview

V H Nelson Elementary School is a public school in Niles, IL, offering 2 sports. It is one of 5 elementary schools in East Maine School District 63.

School Rating

V H Nelson Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Illinois with the same grade levels.
3/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

The GreatSchools Rating for this school is based on the following elements.
ACADEMICS

Test Scores

These scores reflect how well students at this school perform on state-required tests.
Parent Tip
Ask the school what it’s doing to help students who are behind. Understand what on-track learning looks like, and ask the school what it’s doing to accelerate progress for students.
Sources
ACADEMICS

Courses & Programs

The list below is a sample of available courses at this school.
Why are advanced academics important?
Sources
ACADEMICS

Race/Ethnicity

Sources
ACADEMICS

Low-Income Students

Notice something missing or confusing?
Sources
ACADEMICS

Students With Disabilities

Notice something missing or confusing?
Sources
STUDENT LIFE

School Improvement

Schools with high scores in the following areas have better outcomes for student learning, college readiness, and test scores.
Sources
STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
Sources
STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

What makes a great teacher? The truth may surprise you.
Parent Tip
°Âłó˛ąłŮ’s the most important thing to look for in the staff at a school?
Sources
STUDENT LIFE

About the School

Sources
2.8
14 Reviews
5 stars  
4 stars  
3 stars  
2 stars  
1 star  

Neighborhood

8901 North Ozanam Avenue
Niles, IL 60714
School leader: Lauren Leitao
(847) 965-0050
(847) 965-7630
School leader email
School attendance zone
Map of V H Nelson Elementary School address. Map of V H Nelson Elementary School address. Map of V H Nelson Elementary School address.

Nearby Schools