Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rudy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rudy Elementary School serves the eastern part of Colorado Springs, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rudy 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
Rudy Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rudy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rudy Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#218 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
5%
5%
White
46%
49%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rudy Elementary School's ranking?
Rudy Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rudy Elementary School often compared to?
Rudy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penrose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rudy Elementary School?
385 students attend Rudy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rudy Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rudy Elementary School?
Rudy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rudy Elementary School offer ?
Rudy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rudy Elementary School part of?
Rudy Elementary School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
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