Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stratton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stratton Elementary School serves a central area in Colorado Springs, CO, encompassing approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stratton 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
Stratton Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stratton 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 Stratton 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
#252 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratton Elementary School's ranking?
Stratton Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Stratton Elementary School often compared to?
Stratton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodmen-roberts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Stratton Elementary School?
249 students attend Stratton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Stratton Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratton Elementary School?
Stratton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stratton Elementary School offer ?
Stratton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stratton Elementary School part of?
Stratton Elementary School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Stratton Elementary School located?
Stratton 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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