Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ray E Kilmer Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: RAY E KILMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the eastern part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an area of approximately 39.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ray E Kilmer 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
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray E Kilmer 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
#129 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
78%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ray E Kilmer Elementary School's ranking?
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Ray E Kilmer Elementary School often compared to?
Ray E Kilmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Creek Elementary School, Prairie Winds Elementary School, Monument Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Ray E Kilmer Elementary School?
300 students attend Ray E Kilmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ray E Kilmer Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ray E Kilmer Elementary School?
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ray E Kilmer Elementary School offer ?
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ray E Kilmer Elementary School part of?
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School is part of Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 In The Co.
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