Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rye 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 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: RYE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district located in Rye, CO, covering approximately 1,832.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 55.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rye Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rye 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 Rye Elementary School is 0.43, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rye Elementary School's ranking?
Rye 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 Rye Elementary School often compared to?
Rye Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vineland Elementary School, Avondale Elementary 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 Rye Elementary School?
319 students attend Rye Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Rye Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rye Elementary School?
Rye Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rye Elementary School offer ?
Rye Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rye Elementary School part of?
Rye Elementary School is part of Pueblo County School District 70.
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