Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berthoud Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berthoud Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Berthoud Elementary School's student population of 506 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berthoud Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berthoud Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#188 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berthoud Elementary School's ranking?
Berthoud Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Berthoud Elementary School often compared to?
Berthoud Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivy Stockwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Berthoud Elementary School?
506 students attend Berthoud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Berthoud Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berthoud Elementary School?
Berthoud Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Berthoud Elementary School offer ?
Berthoud Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Berthoud Elementary School part of?
Berthoud Elementary School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
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