Southlawn Elementary School serves 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southlawn Elementary School's student population of 673 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southlawn Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
52%
37%
Black
13%
5%
White
25%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southlawn Elementary School?
673 students attend Southlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Southlawn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southlawn Elementary School?
Southlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southlawn Elementary School offer ?
Southlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Southlawn Elementary School part of?
Southlawn Elementary School is part of School District 27j.
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