Serving 323 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Steck Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Steck Elementary School serves the southwest part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Steck Elementary School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steck Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steck Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#19 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Steck Elementary School's ranking?
Steck Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Steck Elementary School often compared to?
Steck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carson Elementary School, Bromwell Elementary School, Teller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Steck Elementary School?
323 students attend Steck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Steck Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steck Elementary School?
Steck Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Steck Elementary School offer ?
Steck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steck Elementary School part of?
Steck Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Steck Elementary School located?
Steck Elementary School is located in the East neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East.
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