Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marshdale Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marshdale Elementary School's student population of 307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marshdale Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshdale Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#77 out of 1779 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
n/a
4%
White
89%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshdale Elementary School's ranking?
Marshdale Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Marshdale Elementary School often compared to?
Marshdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parmalee Elementary School, West Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Marshdale Elementary School?
307 students attend Marshdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Marshdale Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshdale Elementary School?
Marshdale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marshdale Elementary School offer ?
Marshdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marshdale Elementary School part of?
Marshdale Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Marshdale Elementary School located?
Marshdale Elementary School is located in the Evergreen Meadows neighborhood of Evergreen, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
October 17, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Dismissal
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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