Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashley 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashley Elementary School's student population of 387 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ashley 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 Ashley Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1339 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
79%
37%
Black
13%
5%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley Elementary School's ranking?
Ashley Elementary School is ranked #1339 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Ashley Elementary School often compared to?
Ashley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Ashley Elementary School?
387 students attend Ashley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Ashley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashley Elementary School?
Ashley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ashley Elementary School offer ?
Ashley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashley Elementary School part of?
Ashley Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Ashley Elementary School located?
Ashley Elementary School is located in the East neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East.
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