Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 62% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than 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-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Canyon Campus 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
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School's student population of 546 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Canyon Campus 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
#163 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
72%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School often compared to?
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Da Vinci Academy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School?
546 students attend Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School?
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School part of?
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School located?
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 7 other public schools located in Northgate.
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