Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerald Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerald Elementary School serves the eastern part of Broomfield, CO, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emerald Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
We are on FIRE! Focus, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy.
School Rankings
Emerald Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerald Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#686 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Emerald and Gold
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Elementary School's ranking?
Emerald Elementary School is ranked #686 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Emerald Elementary School often compared to?
Emerald Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kohl Elementary School, Birch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Emerald Elementary School?
383 students attend Emerald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Emerald Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerald Elementary School?
Emerald Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emerald Elementary School offer ?
Emerald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Elementary School part of?
Emerald Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school was very inclusive and was a nice facility.
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