Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carlson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Idaho Springs, CO, covering an area of approximately 396.5 square miles. Families in the zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 22.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlson Elementary School's student population of 144 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Carlson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlson Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#814 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
71%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlson Elementary School's ranking?
Carlson Elementary School is ranked #814 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Carlson Elementary School often compared to?
Carlson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King-murphy Elementary School, Georgetown Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Carlson Elementary School?
144 students attend Carlson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Carlson Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlson Elementary School?
Carlson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carlson Elementary School offer ?
Carlson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlson Elementary School part of?
Carlson Elementary School is part of Clear Creek School District No. Re-1.
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