Serving 143 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Routt Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Routt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Routt Elementary School's student population of 143 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
South Routt 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 Routt Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#1214 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 South Routt Elementary School's ranking?
South Routt Elementary School is ranked #1214 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are South Routt Elementary School often compared to?
South Routt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayden Valley Elementary School, Strawberry Park Elementary School, Soda Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend South Routt Elementary School?
143 students attend South Routt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of South Routt Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Routt Elementary School?
South Routt Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Routt Elementary School offer ?
South Routt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Routt Elementary School part of?
South Routt Elementary School is part of South Routt School District No. Re 3.
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