Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Isabella Bird Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Isabella Bird Community School serves the northern part of its school district in Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isabella Bird Community School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Rankings
Isabella Bird Community 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 Isabella Bird Community School is 0.67, 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
#626 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isabella Bird Community School's ranking?
Isabella Bird Community School is ranked #626 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Isabella Bird Community School?
487 students attend Isabella Bird Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Isabella Bird Community School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isabella Bird Community School?
Isabella Bird Community School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Isabella Bird Community School offer ?
Isabella Bird Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Isabella Bird Community School part of?
Isabella Bird Community School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Isabella Bird Community School located?
Isabella Bird Community School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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