Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southmoor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southmoor Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southmoor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Southmoor Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southmoor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southmoor 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
#416 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
58%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southmoor Elementary School's ranking?
Southmoor Elementary School is ranked #416 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Southmoor Elementary School often compared to?
Southmoor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradley International School, Samuels Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Southmoor Elementary School?
431 students attend Southmoor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Southmoor Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southmoor Elementary School?
Southmoor Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southmoor Elementary School offer ?
Southmoor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southmoor Elementary School part of?
Southmoor Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Southmoor Elementary School located?
Southmoor Elementary School is located in the Southeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school - my first grade son loves it there!
5 10/10/2025
When people move to your neighborhood because of the school - you know something good is happening. Southmoor Elementary is THAT school. The leadership is innovative, the teachers are amazing, the parent community is supportive and the education is second to none. The staff pours their heart and soul into our kids and it shows in the joy you witness in the classrooms, the confidence of those kids and the success of the alums. No school is perfect, but Southmoor is close!!!
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