Traylor Academy

2900 South Ivan Way
Denver, CO 80227
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Traylor Academy 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 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 307 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50% in CO
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Traylor Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Traylor Academy's student population of 307 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Traylor Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Traylor Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#1573 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10-14%
32%
15-19%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
72%
36%
Black
4%
5%
White
18%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.45
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Traylor Academy's ranking?
Traylor Academy is ranked #1573 out of 1,779 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Traylor Academy?
307 students attend Traylor Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Traylor Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Traylor Academy?
Traylor Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Traylor Academy offer ?
Traylor Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Traylor Academy part of?
In what neighborhood is Traylor Academy located?
Traylor Academy is located in the Bear Valley neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Bear Valley.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 307 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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