Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Sandstone 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 50-54% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Sandstone Elementary School's student population of 245 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Rankings
Red Sandstone 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 Red Sandstone Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#591 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Sandstone Elementary School's ranking?
Red Sandstone Elementary School is ranked #591 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Red Sandstone Elementary School often compared to?
Red Sandstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stone Creek School, Eagle County Charter Academy, Homestake Peak 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Red Sandstone Elementary School?
245 students attend Red Sandstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Red Sandstone Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Sandstone Elementary School?
Red Sandstone Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Red Sandstone Elementary School offer ?
Red Sandstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Sandstone Elementary School part of?
Red Sandstone Elementary School is part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50.
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