Serving 10 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gold Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gold Hill Elementary School serves the northwest part of Boulder, CO, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gold Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gold Hill Elementary School's student population of 10 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Every child is seen, supported, and challenged.
School Rankings
Gold Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gold Hill Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#441 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)60%
37.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gold Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Gold Hill Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Gold Hill Elementary School?
10 students attend Gold Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gold Hill Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gold Hill Elementary School?
Gold Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gold Hill Elementary School offer ?
Gold Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gold Hill Elementary School part of?
Gold Hill Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
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