Serving 454 students in grades 1-5, Lena Archuleta Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 36% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lena Archuleta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lena Archuleta Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lena Archuleta Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lena Archuleta Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#902 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
74%
35%
Black
13%
4%
White
4%
52%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lena Archuleta Elementary School's ranking?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lena Archuleta Elementary School often compared to?
Lena Archuleta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marie L. Greenwood Academy, Dcis At Ford by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lena Archuleta Elementary School?
454 students attend Lena Archuleta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lena Archuleta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lena Archuleta Elementary School?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lena Archuleta Elementary School offer ?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Lena Archuleta Elementary School part of?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Lena Archuleta Elementary School located?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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