Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Talbott Steam Innovation School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (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 46% 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: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Talbott Elementary School serves the southwest part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Talbott Steam Innovation School's student population of 324 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Rankings
Talbott Steam Innovation 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 Talbott Steam Innovation School is 0.62, 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
#878 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
5%
5%
White
54%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talbott Steam Innovation School's ranking?
Talbott Steam Innovation School is ranked #878 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Talbott Steam Innovation School?
324 students attend Talbott Steam Innovation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Talbott Steam Innovation School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Talbott Steam Innovation School?
Talbott Steam Innovation School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Talbott Steam Innovation School offer ?
Talbott Steam Innovation School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Talbott Steam Innovation School part of?
Talbott Steam Innovation School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
In what neighborhood is Talbott Steam Innovation School located?
Talbott Steam Innovation School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
October 09, 2026 (Friday)
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)
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