Serving 53 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Agate Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: AGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district, serving a large area of approximately 459 square miles in Agate, CO. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Agate Elementary School's student population of 53 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Agate Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agate Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1245 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Longhorns
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agate Elementary School's ranking?
Agate Elementary School is ranked #1245 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Agate Elementary School?
53 students attend Agate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Agate Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agate Elementary School?
Agate Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Agate Elementary School offer ?
Agate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Agate Elementary School part of?
Agate Elementary School is part of Agate School District No. 300.
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