Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Hills Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prairie Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Hills Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#407 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lark
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Hills Elementary School is ranked #407 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Prairie Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Creek Elementary School, West Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Prairie Hills Elementary School?
378 students attend Prairie Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Prairie Hills Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Hills Elementary School?
Prairie Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Prairie Hills Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Hills Elementary School part of?
Prairie Hills Elementary School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
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