Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swanson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swanson Elementary School serves the northeast part of Arvada, CO, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swanson Elementary School's student population of 283 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Swanson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swanson Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1494 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)32.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Navy, and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swanson Elementary School's ranking?
Swanson Elementary School is ranked #1494 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Swanson Elementary School often compared to?
Swanson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Secrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Swanson Elementary School?
283 students attend Swanson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Swanson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swanson Elementary School?
Swanson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swanson Elementary School offer ?
Swanson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swanson Elementary School part of?
Swanson Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Swanson Elementary School located?
Swanson Elementary School is located in the Lamar Heights neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 3 other public schools located in Lamar Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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