Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Needham 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Needham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Needham Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Needham 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 Needham Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#662 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Needham Elementary School's ranking?
Needham Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Needham Elementary School often compared to?
Needham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Elementary School, Riverview 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 32% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Needham Elementary School?
347 students attend Needham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Needham Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Needham Elementary School?
Needham Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Needham Elementary School offer ?
Needham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Needham Elementary School part of?
Needham Elementary School is part of Durango School District No. 9-R.
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