Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laredo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laredo Elementary School serves the west part of Aurora, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laredo Elementary School's student population of 449 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laredo 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 Laredo Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1725 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laredo Elementary School's ranking?
Laredo Elementary School is ranked #1725 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Laredo Elementary School often compared to?
Laredo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lansing Elementary Community School, Tollgate Elementary School Of Expeditionary Learning by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Laredo Elementary School?
449 students attend Laredo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Laredo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laredo Elementary School?
Laredo Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Laredo Elementary School offer ?
Laredo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laredo Elementary School part of?
Laredo Elementary School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And A.
In what neighborhood is Laredo Elementary School located?
Laredo Elementary School is located in the Laredo Highline neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Laredo Highline.
School Reviews
Review Laredo Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.
