Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arickaree Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arickaree Elementary School serves the entire district in Anton, CO, encompassing approximately 640.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the furthest edge averaging up to 19.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arickaree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Arickaree Elementary School's student population of 48 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arickaree Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arickaree Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#472 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
54%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arickaree Elementary School's ranking?
Arickaree Elementary School is ranked #472 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Arickaree Elementary School often compared to?
Arickaree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Akron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Arickaree Elementary School?
48 students attend Arickaree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Arickaree Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arickaree Elementary School?
Arickaree Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arickaree Elementary School offer ?
Arickaree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arickaree Elementary School part of?
Arickaree Elementary School is part of Arickaree School District No. R-2.
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