Serving 216 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Larkspur 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larkspur Elementary School's student population of 216 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larkspur 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 Larkspur Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#541 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
82%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larkspur Elementary School's ranking?
Larkspur Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Larkspur Elementary School often compared to?
Larkspur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Larkspur Elementary School?
216 students attend Larkspur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Larkspur Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larkspur Elementary School?
Larkspur Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Larkspur Elementary School offer ?
Larkspur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Larkspur Elementary School part of?
Larkspur Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 07, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of Kindergarten
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Fall Break
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
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