Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holm 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 32% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holm Elementary School serves the southern part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holm Elementary School's student population of 510 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
HOLM IS WHERE THE HEART IS
School Rankings
Holm 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 Holm Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1056 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
61%
37%
Black
11%
5%
White
20%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holm Elementary School's ranking?
Holm Elementary School is ranked #1056 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Holm Elementary School often compared to?
Holm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Samuels Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Holm Elementary School?
510 students attend Holm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Holm Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holm Elementary School?
Holm Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holm Elementary School offer ?
Holm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holm Elementary School part of?
Holm Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Holm Elementary School located?
Holm Elementary School is located in the Southeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast.
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