Overview

John Nelson Elementary School is a public school in Rockford, IL. It is one of 34 elementary schools in Rockford School District 205.
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About the School

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Neighborhood

623 15th Street
Rockford, IL 61104
School leader: Stephen Francisco
(815) 229-2190
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