Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Steele Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Steele Elementary School serves the southwest part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steele 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
Steele Elementary School's student population of 273 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Motto
THINK GROW LEARN
School Rankings
Steele Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steele Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#181 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
77%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Steele Elementary School's ranking?
Steele Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Steele Elementary School often compared to?
Steele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Advanced And Creative Learning, Skyway Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Steele Elementary School?
273 students attend Steele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Steele Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steele Elementary School?
Steele Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Steele Elementary School offer ?
Steele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steele Elementary School part of?
Steele Elementary School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Steele Elementary School located?
Steele Elementary School is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
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