Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Lakewood 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Lakewood Elementary School serves the northeast part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Lakewood Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
South Lakewood 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 South Lakewood Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#938 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
44%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
44%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lakewood Elementary School's ranking?
South Lakewood Elementary School is ranked #938 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are South Lakewood Elementary School often compared to?
South Lakewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyffin Elementary School 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend South Lakewood Elementary School?
393 students attend South Lakewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of South Lakewood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Lakewood Elementary School?
South Lakewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Lakewood Elementary School offer ?
South Lakewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Lakewood Elementary School part of?
South Lakewood Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is South Lakewood Elementary School located?
South Lakewood Elementary School is located in the Creighton neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Creighton.
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