Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brantner Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brantner Elementary School serves the west part of Brighton, CO, covering an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brantner Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brantner Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brantner Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brantner Elementary School's ranking?
Brantner Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Brantner Elementary School often compared to?
Brantner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Brantner Elementary School?
574 students attend Brantner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Brantner Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brantner Elementary School?
Brantner Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brantner Elementary School offer ?
Brantner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brantner Elementary School part of?
Brantner Elementary School is part of School District 27j.
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