Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Turnberry 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 25% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turnberry Elementary serves the southwest part of Commerce City, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turnberry Elementary School's student population of 742 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Turnberry 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 Turnberry Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1154 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
54%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
34%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turnberry Elementary School's ranking?
Turnberry Elementary School is ranked #1154 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Turnberry Elementary School often compared to?
Turnberry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Second Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Turnberry Elementary School?
742 students attend Turnberry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Turnberry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turnberry Elementary School?
Turnberry Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Turnberry Elementary School offer ?
Turnberry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turnberry Elementary School part of?
Turnberry Elementary School is part of School District 27j.
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