School Overview
Nelson Middle School, located at 10100 Independence Pkwy in Frisco, Texas, is a highly regarded campus within the Frisco Independent School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character development. The school prides itself on a rigorous curriculum and a variety of extracurricular opportunities, ranging from competitive athletics and fine arts programs to student-led organizations, all designed to prepare students for the transition to high school.

The community surrounding Nelson Middle School is characterized by strong parent involvement and a dedicated faculty focused on student-centered learning. As part of the rapidly growing Frisco ISD, the school benefits from modern facilities and a diverse student body, which contributes to a dynamic and collaborative campus culture. By prioritizing social-emotional learning alongside core academic standards, Nelson Middle School aims to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens who are ready to navigate the challenges of their future academic and personal endeavors.
1,094
Total Students
67.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
4.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NELSON MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White157
Hispanic46
Black47
Asian791
Two or More33
American Indian19
Pacific Islander1
  • Asian
    791 (72.3%)
  • White
    157 (14.4%)
  • Black
    47 (4.3%)
  • Hispanic
    46 (4.2%)
  • Two or More
    33 (3.0%)
  • American Indian
    19 (1.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: FRISCO ISD
Phone: (469)633-4100
Website: http://www.friscoisd.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,094
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 67.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 47
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Grade 6 355
Grade 7 360
Grade 8 379

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NELSON MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6355
Grade 7360
Grade 8379
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NELSON MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female55450.6%
Male54049.4%
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