Serving 350 students in grades 1-5, Polaris Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Polaris at Ebert Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Denver, CO, encompassing approximately 155 square miles. The area typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 22 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polaris 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
Polaris Elementary School's student population of 350 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
Wisdom Begins in Wonder.
School Rankings
Polaris Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polaris Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 1748 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-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 Polaris Elementary School's ranking?
Polaris Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Polaris Elementary School?
350 students attend Polaris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Polaris Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polaris Elementary School?
Polaris Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Polaris Elementary School offer ?
Polaris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polaris Elementary School part of?
Polaris Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Polaris Elementary School located?
Polaris Elementary School is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Five Points.
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