Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sandburg Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandburg 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
Sandburg Elementary School's student population of 499 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandburg Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandburg Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandburg Elementary School's ranking?
Sandburg Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Sandburg Elementary School often compared to?
Sandburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Sandburg Elementary School?
499 students attend Sandburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sandburg Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandburg Elementary School?
Sandburg Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sandburg Elementary School offer ?
Sandburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandburg Elementary School part of?
Sandburg Elementary School is part of Littleton School District No. 6 In The County Of Arapahoe.
In what neighborhood is Sandburg Elementary School located?
Sandburg Elementary School is located in the Cherry Knolls neighborhood of Littleton, CO.
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