Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gust 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 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gust Elementary School serves the southwest part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gust Elementary School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gust 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 Gust Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1003 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
80%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
10%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Gust Elementary School's ranking?
Gust Elementary School is ranked #1003 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Gust Elementary School often compared to?
Gust Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College View Elementary School, Doull Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Gust Elementary School?
602 students attend Gust Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gust Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gust Elementary School?
Gust Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gust Elementary School offer ?
Gust Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gust Elementary School part of?
Gust Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Gust Elementary School located?
Gust Elementary School is located in the Harvey Park South neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 3 other public schools located in Harvey Park South.
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