Best Schools in Penrose, Colorado
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Penrose by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Penrose Elementary School
Elementary · Fremont Re-2. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Home
$282,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.0
out of 10
Median Home
$282,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Penrose
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penrose Elementary School | 4.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.0/10
- Median household income
- $79,514
- Median home value
- $282,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Penrose compares
Median household income
$80k
92% of Colorado median
About Schools in Penrose, Colorado
Penrose, Colorado is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.0 out of 10, schools in Penrose show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Penrose is Penrose Elementary School with a composite score of 4.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Penrose is served by 1 school district: Fremont Re-2. These districts collectively serve 1,376 students.
Penrose's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $79,514. The poverty rate in the area is 10.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 309 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.0 |
Schools in Penrose
Penrose, Colorado · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$79,514
Median Home Value
$282,300
Median Rent
$1,364/mo
Population
4,533
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Community Profile
Penrose has a median household income of $79,514. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,300, with a median rent of $1,364/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Colorado
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Penrose, Colorado
How many schools are in Penrose, Colorado?
Penrose has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Penrose, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Penrose is 4.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Penrose, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Penrose on MySchoolScout is Penrose Elementary School with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Penrose, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Penrose on MySchoolScout is Penrose Elementary School with a composite score of 4.0/10.
How many school districts serve Penrose, Colorado?
Penrose is served by 1 school district: Fremont Re-2.
What is the education level in Penrose, Colorado?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Penrose have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Penrose, Colorado?
The median household income in Penrose is approximately $79,514 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Penrose, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Penrose is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Penrose, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.