Serving 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kiowa Elementary School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kiowa Elementary School's student population of 159 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Kiowa Elementary 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 Kiowa 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
#776 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
85%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiowa Elementary School's ranking?
Kiowa Elementary School is ranked #776 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Kiowa Elementary School?
159 students attend Kiowa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kiowa Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiowa Elementary School?
Kiowa Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kiowa Elementary School offer ?
Kiowa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiowa Elementary School part of?
Kiowa Elementary School is part of School District No. C-2 In The County Of Elbert And State Of.
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