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School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo

School District · Commerce City, Colorado

Students: 5,484
Teachers (FTE): 336
Estimated Scores: 17%

Avg Rating

4.2

out of 10

Schools

12

6 elem, 2 mid, 2 high

Enrollment

5,484

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.3:1

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Evaluating School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo?

A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.

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Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Adams City High School

5.3/10

Commerce City · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.

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Kemp Elementary School

4.9/10

Commerce City · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.

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Dupont Elementary School

4.7/10

Commerce City · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.

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How this district compares

Colorado rank

#150 of 155

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-2.0

below Colorado avg

Per-pupil spending

$18,034

+$2,876 vs Colorado median

District size

5,484 students

Much larger than Colorado median

The short answer

School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo ranks #150 of 155 Colorado districts by overall school rating. School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo's schools with real test data average 4.2/10 across 10 schools. Its top-rated schools are Adams City High School (5.3/10), Kemp Elementary School (4.9/10), and Dupont Elementary School (4.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Top-Rated Schools in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (10 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#SchoolRating
1Adams City High School5.3 / 10
2Kemp Elementary School4.9 / 10
3Dupont Elementary School4.7 / 10
4Monaco Elementary School4.6 / 10
5Central Elementary School4.3 / 10
6Rose Hill Elementary School4.0 / 10
7Alsup Elementary School3.9 / 10
8Kearney Middle School3.5 / 10
9Lester R Arnold High School3.5 / 10
10Adams City Middle School2.8 / 10

See all 12 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

About School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo

School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo is a Commerce City, Colorado school district serving 12 schools.The district educates 5,484 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1. District-level spending was $18,034 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).

With an average rating of 4.2/10, School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Adams City High School, which has a composite score of 5.3/10.

In standardized testing, School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo students show an average math proficiency of 22.7% and ELA proficiency of 30.1%.

The district includes 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

District Map

Schools in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency22.7%
School
State
Not reported
ELA Proficiency30.1%
School
State
Not reported

Average proficiency across all schools in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo with test data.

District Details

State
Colorado
City
Commerce City
Total Enrollment
5,484
Teachers (FTE)
336
District spending per student
$18,034NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
Child poverty rate
14.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
District directory year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo?

School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo has 12 schools in total — 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo?

The average composite rating for School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo is 4.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the district spending per student in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo?

School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo's district-level spending was $18,034 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.

What is the student-teacher ratio in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo?

The average student-teacher ratio in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo is 16.3:1.

What is the top-rated school in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo?

Adams City High School is the highest-rated school in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What are the test scores in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo?

Across schools in School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo with test data, the average math proficiency is 22.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 30.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo compare to other districts in Colorado?

School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo has an average school rating of 4.2/10 across 12 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Colorado by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
4.2/10
Math Proficiency
22.7%
ELA Proficiency
30.1%

Resources

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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.

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