Van Arsdale Elementary School

7535 Alkire Street
Arvada, CO 80005
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Arsdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 449 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 20% in CO
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Van Arsdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Van Arsdale Elementary School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Van Arsdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Arsdale Elementary School is 0.36, 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)
#255 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Van Arsdale Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55-59%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Van Arsdale Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55-59%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Van Arsdale Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Van Arsdale Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Van Arsdale Elementary School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2009-10 school year data.
Asian
3%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Van Arsdale Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
15%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Van Arsdale Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
1%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Van Arsdale Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
79%
51%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Van Arsdale Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Van Arsdale Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Colorado.
0.36
This chart displays the diversity score of Van Arsdale Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Van Arsdale Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Van Arsdale Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Van Arsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Van Arsdale Elementary School is ranked #255 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Van Arsdale Elementary School?
449 students attend Van Arsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Van Arsdale Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Arsdale Elementary School?
Van Arsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Van Arsdale Elementary School offer ?
Van Arsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Van Arsdale Elementary School part of?
Van Arsdale Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Van Arsdale Elementary School located?
Van Arsdale Elementary School is located in the Cameo Estates neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Cameo Estates.

School Reviews

5   4/16/2018
We have been at this school for 7 years. They have maintained a consistent focus on learning and kids. The class sizes are usually on the small side and test scores seem to be trending upwards. They offer lots of extra programs and clubs and a before/after school care program. The staff is supportive and continue to get training in current techniques. There is a nice balance of experienced and newer teachers. It's definitely worth a look if you are living in the area or unhappy with your neighborhood school.
- Posted by Parent - KLC

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 449 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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