Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rocky Ford Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rocky Ford, CO, covering an area of approximately 134.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocky Ford Elementary School's student population of 305 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Rocky Ford Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Ford 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
#885 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
75%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
24%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Ford Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky Ford Elementary School is ranked #885 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rocky Ford Elementary School?
305 students attend Rocky Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rocky Ford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Ford Elementary School?
Rocky Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Ford Elementary School offer ?
Rocky Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Ford Elementary School part of?
Rocky Ford Elementary School is part of Rocky Ford School District No. R2.
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