Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jordahl Elementary School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordahl Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jordahl Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jordahl Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jordahl Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#732 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
36%
Black
5%
5%
White
52%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordahl Elementary School's ranking?
Jordahl Elementary School is ranked #732 out of 1,779 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Jordahl Elementary School?
521 students attend Jordahl Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jordahl Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jordahl Elementary School?
Jordahl Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jordahl Elementary School offer ?
Jordahl Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jordahl Elementary School part of?
Jordahl Elementary School is part of Fountain School District No. 8 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Jordahl Elementary School located?
Jordahl Elementary School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Fountain, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
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