Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Upper Blue 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Blue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Upper Blue Elementary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Upper Blue 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 Upper Blue Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#700 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
51%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Blue Elementary School's ranking?
Upper Blue Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Upper Blue Elementary School often compared to?
Upper Blue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breckenridge Elementary School, Frisco Elementary School, Summit Cove Elementary School 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Upper Blue Elementary School?
224 students attend Upper Blue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Upper Blue Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Blue Elementary School?
Upper Blue Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Upper Blue Elementary School offer ?
Upper Blue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Blue Elementary School part of?
Upper Blue Elementary School is part of Summit School District No. Re 1.
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