Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, University Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: University Hill Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Boulder, CO, covering approximately 482.2 square miles, with typical driving times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 14.6 miles to the nearest edge of the zone, reaching as far as 24.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Hill Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Motto
Equity, diversity, respect and understanding are the cornerstones of our school community.
School Rankings
University Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Hill Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#639 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)25.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Hill Elementary School's ranking?
University Hill Elementary School is ranked #639 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are University Hill Elementary School often compared to?
University Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community Montessori School, Creekside Elementary School At Martin Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend University Hill Elementary School?
405 students attend University Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of University Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Hill Elementary School?
University Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does University Hill Elementary School offer ?
University Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Hill Elementary School part of?
University Hill Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is University Hill Elementary School located?
University Hill Elementary School is located in the Central Boulder neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Boulder.
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