Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Copper Mesa 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copper Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Copper Mesa Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Copper Mesa 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 Copper Mesa Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#204 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
11%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Copper Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Copper Mesa Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Copper Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Copper Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Copper Mesa Elementary School?
322 students attend Copper Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Copper Mesa Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Copper Mesa Elementary School?
Copper Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Copper Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Copper Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copper Mesa Elementary School part of?
Copper Mesa Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Copper Mesa Elementary School located?
Copper Mesa Elementary School is located in the Southridge neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Southridge.
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