Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stedman Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stedman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Stedman Elementary School's student population of 447 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Stedman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stedman Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
28%
5%
White
36%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stedman Elementary School's ranking?
Stedman Elementary School is ranked #839 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Stedman Elementary School often compared to?
Stedman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Downtown Denver Expeditionary School, Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Stedman Elementary School?
447 students attend Stedman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Stedman Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stedman Elementary School?
Stedman Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stedman Elementary School offer ?
Stedman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stedman Elementary School part of?
Stedman Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Stedman Elementary School located?
Stedman Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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