Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Devinny Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Devinny 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
Devinny Elementary School's student population of 487 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Devinny Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devinny Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#22 out of 1779 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
78%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Devinny Elementary School's ranking?
Devinny Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Devinny Elementary School often compared to?
Devinny Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dennison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Devinny Elementary School?
487 students attend Devinny Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Devinny Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Devinny Elementary School?
Devinny Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Devinny Elementary School offer ?
Devinny Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Devinny Elementary School part of?
Devinny Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Devinny Elementary School located?
Devinny Elementary School is located in the Green Mountain neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Green Mountain.
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