Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Venetucci Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Venetucci Elementary School serves the west part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Venetucci Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Venetucci 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 Venetucci Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#820 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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)49.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Venetucci Elementary School's ranking?
Venetucci Elementary School is ranked #820 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Venetucci Elementary School?
272 students attend Venetucci Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Venetucci Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Venetucci Elementary School?
Venetucci Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Venetucci Elementary School offer ?
Venetucci Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Venetucci Elementary School part of?
Venetucci Elementary School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
In what neighborhood is Venetucci Elementary School located?
Venetucci Elementary School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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