Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bessemer 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bessemer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bessemer Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bessemer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bessemer Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1604 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
67%
36%
Black
6%
5%
White
24%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Bessemer Elementary School's ranking?
Bessemer Elementary School is ranked #1604 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Bessemer Elementary School often compared to?
Bessemer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minnequa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bessemer Elementary School?
291 students attend Bessemer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bessemer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bessemer Elementary School?
Bessemer Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bessemer Elementary School offer ?
Bessemer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bessemer Elementary School part of?
Bessemer Elementary School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Bessemer Elementary School located?
Bessemer Elementary School is located in the Bessemer neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Bessemer.
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