Lonnie B. Nelson is an elementary school that serves kids PreK-5th grade. We are a Leader In Me school that teaches and promotes leadership skills. We are also an AVID showcase school that teaches and promotes college and career readiness. We serve a variety of students and families, including military families.

We are part of the Richland School District 2. In partnership with our community, Richland School District Two prepares all students for success by providing meaningful, challenging, and engaging learning experiences.​ Richland Two has a proven history of offering excellent programs in academics, athletics and the arts. We believe that there is a direct correlation between the quality of work students are asked to do and their willingness to do it. By providing every child the opportunity to learn in a variety of ways and to demonstrate their learning to their peers, teachers, parents and community, we have established the foundation they need to carry their love for learning beyond their years with us. From the classroom to the boardroom, we are creating the Richland School District Two framework, focused on engaging work. Richland Two serves more than 27,000 students in 40 locations throughout the district: 19 elementary schools, seven middle schools, five high schools, five magnet centers, one district-wide child development center and two alternative schools. Our newest schools are built to LEED specifications.