Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Semper 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Semper Elementary School serves the northeast part of Broomfield, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families typically can expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Semper Elementary School's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Semper 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 Semper Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1088 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Semper Elementary School's ranking?
Semper Elementary School is ranked #1088 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Semper Elementary School often compared to?
Semper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Semper Elementary School?
314 students attend Semper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Semper Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Semper Elementary School?
Semper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Semper Elementary School offer ?
Semper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Semper Elementary School part of?
Semper Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Semper Elementary School located?
Semper Elementary School is located in the West Central Westminster neighborhood of Broomfield, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in West Central Westminster.
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