Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary School serves the southwest area of Colorado Springs, CO, encompassing approximately 2 square miles and typically offering a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes for families within its attendance zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 0.9 miles, with the furthest point being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 144 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
West 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 West Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1180 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-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 West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #1180 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Elementary School, Bristol Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
144 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of West Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is West Elementary School located?
West Elementary School is located in the Old Colorado City neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Colorado City.
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