Serving 159 students in grades Kindergarten-5, B F Kitchen 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: B F Kitchen Elementary School serves the southeast part of Loveland, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
B F Kitchen Elementary School's student population of 159 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Today I will keep myself and others safe, work hard throughout the day, show respect to adults and friends, and excel in every way.
School Rankings
B F Kitchen 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 B F Kitchen Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#978 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bright blue and white
School Mascot
White Bengal Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is B F Kitchen Elementary School's ranking?
B F Kitchen Elementary School is ranked #978 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are B F Kitchen Elementary School often compared to?
B F Kitchen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrie Martin 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend B F Kitchen Elementary School?
159 students attend B F Kitchen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of B F Kitchen Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B F Kitchen Elementary School?
B F Kitchen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does B F Kitchen Elementary School offer ?
B F Kitchen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is B F Kitchen Elementary School part of?
B F Kitchen Elementary School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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