Serving 495 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 33%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Berthoud Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Berthoud, CO, covering an area of approximately 50.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11.5 miles away.
- 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 495 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Berthoud Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berthoud Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#201 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berthoud Elementary School's ranking?
Berthoud Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 1,748 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 33% 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?
495 students attend Berthoud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Berthoud Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berthoud Elementary School?
Berthoud Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berthoud Elementary School part of?
Berthoud Elementary School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
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