Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maple Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Maple Grove Elementary School serves the northern part of Golden, CO, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maple Grove Elementary School's student population of 390 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maple Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple Grove Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#210 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
86%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Maple Grove Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Maple Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Maple Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stober Elementary School, Kyffin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Maple Grove Elementary School?
390 students attend Maple Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Maple Grove Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Grove Elementary School?
Maple Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Maple Grove Elementary School offer ?
Maple Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maple Grove Elementary School part of?
Maple Grove Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Maple Grove Elementary School located?
Maple Grove Elementary School is located in the Applewood West neighborhood of Golden, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Applewood West.
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