Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elbert Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elbert Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 138.3 square miles around Elbert, CO, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge located 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elbert Elementary School's student population of 141 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elbert 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 Elbert Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#924 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
85%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elbert Elementary School's ranking?
Elbert Elementary School is ranked #924 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Elbert Elementary School?
141 students attend Elbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Elbert Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elbert Elementary School?
Elbert Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elbert Elementary School offer ?
Elbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elbert Elementary School part of?
Elbert Elementary School is part of Elbert School District No. 200.
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