Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Goldrick 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goldrick Elementary School serves the southwest part of Denver, CO, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles to the furthest point of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goldrick Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Leading for a better tomorrow.
School Rankings
Goldrick 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 Goldrick Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1468 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
86%
37%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldrick Elementary School's ranking?
Goldrick Elementary School is ranked #1468 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Goldrick Elementary School often compared to?
Goldrick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Godsman Elementary School, Valverde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Goldrick Elementary School?
385 students attend Goldrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Goldrick Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goldrick Elementary School?
Goldrick Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Goldrick Elementary School offer ?
Goldrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goldrick Elementary School part of?
Goldrick Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Goldrick Elementary School located?
Goldrick Elementary School is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 24 other public schools located in West.
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