Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Secrest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Secrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Secrest Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Secrest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Secrest Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
37%
35%
Black
2%
4%
White
51%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Secrest Elementary School's ranking?
Secrest Elementary School is ranked #673 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Secrest Elementary School?
261 students attend Secrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Secrest Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Secrest Elementary School?
Secrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Secrest Elementary School offer ?
Secrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Secrest Elementary School part of?
Secrest Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
My kids and I''s experiences with pre-K into 1st grade have been wonderful. The school has been very welcoming, and my kids love belonging to this school. I also feel like the teachers and staff are quality.
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