Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Eldorado 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eldorado 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
Eldorado Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eldorado Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eldorado Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#67 out of 1734 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
35%
Black
2%
4%
White
73%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eldorado Elementary School's ranking?
Eldorado Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Eldorado Elementary School often compared to?
Eldorado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Creek Elementary School, Saddle Ranch Elementary School, Bear Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Eldorado Elementary School?
420 students attend Eldorado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Eldorado Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eldorado Elementary School?
Eldorado Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eldorado Elementary School offer ?
Eldorado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Eldorado Elementary School part of?
Eldorado Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Eldorado Elementary School located?
Eldorado Elementary School is located in the Westridge neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in Westridge.
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