Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ponderosa 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponderosa Elementary serves the northeast part of Loveland, CO, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponderosa Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Global: Investigate the World ~ Recognize Perspectives ~ Communicate Ideas ~ Take Action
School Rankings
Ponderosa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponderosa Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#686 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
49%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, white and green
School Mascot
Panda
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponderosa Elementary School's ranking?
Ponderosa Elementary School is ranked #686 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Ponderosa Elementary School often compared to?
Ponderosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Namaqua Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Ponderosa Elementary School?
335 students attend Ponderosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ponderosa Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponderosa Elementary School?
Ponderosa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ponderosa Elementary School offer ?
Ponderosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponderosa Elementary School part of?
Ponderosa Elementary School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
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