Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edwards Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edwards Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Edwards Elementary School's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Edwards Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwards Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1321 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
72%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
25%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Edwards Elementary School's ranking?
Edwards Elementary School is ranked #1321 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Edwards Elementary School often compared to?
Edwards Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brush Creek Elementary School, Eagle County Charter Academy, Homestake Peak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Edwards Elementary School?
274 students attend Edwards Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Edwards Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwards Elementary School?
Edwards Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edwards Elementary School offer ?
Edwards Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edwards Elementary School part of?
Edwards Elementary School is part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50.
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