Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Minnequa 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Minnequa Elementary School serves the southeast part of Pueblo, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minnequa Elementary School's student population of 277 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Minnequa 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 Minnequa Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1200 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)45.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Minnequa Elementary School's ranking?
Minnequa Elementary School is ranked #1200 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Minnequa Elementary School often compared to?
Minnequa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bessemer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Minnequa Elementary School?
277 students attend Minnequa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Minnequa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minnequa Elementary School?
Minnequa Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Minnequa Elementary School offer ?
Minnequa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minnequa Elementary School part of?
Minnequa Elementary School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Minnequa Elementary School located?
Minnequa Elementary School is located in the Bessemer neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Bessemer.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Some teachers are great, but some are rude and disrespectful. Some of these teachers treat these kids like sheep. They need to show these kids more kindness. I've seen some of these teachers demand respect without giving it in return. As for the new principal she agrees with the way her teachers treat these kids. Wish they treated these kids with more love and respect. They deserve it.
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