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Goldrick Elementary School

Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

1050 SOUTH ZUNI STREET, Denver, CO 80223

Enrollment

328

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#954 of 1,815

In Denver

#127 of 222

public schools

In district

#118 of 196

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Goldrick Elementary School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Denver · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Goldrick Elementary School

Goldrick Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Goldrick Elementary School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Goldrick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #954 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Goldrick Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Goldrick Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.8% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.2% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.7 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism52.4%

Goldrick Elementary School — Students at Goldrick Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 31.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
2025
Math
29.8%
ELA
28.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Goldrick Elementary School Compares

See how Goldrick Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
48th percentile in CO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.4%

Location

1050 SOUTH ZUNI STREET, Denver, CO 80223

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Goldrick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocky Mountain Prep Ruby Hill (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valverde Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Godsman Elementary School Denver 0.5 mi 6.3
Denver Online Denver 0.8 mi 4.8
KIPP Denver Collegiate High School Denver 0.8 mi 7.9
Pascual Ledoux Academy Denver 0.7 mi 5.6
KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy Denver 0.9 mi 5.1
Rocky Mountain Prep SMART Denver 0.7 mi 7.0
Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest Denver 0.7 mi 8.2
Kepner Beacon Middle School Denver 0.7 mi 6.8
5280 High School Denver 0.7 mi 6.7
Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood Denver 0.7 mi 4.8
Valverde Elementary School Denver 0.9 mi 7.0
Schmitt Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 4.7
ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Denver 1.0 mi 4.9
Excel Academy Denver 1.1 mi 4.8
Florence Crittenton High School Denver 1.2 mi 4.5
Munroe Elementary School Denver 1.1 mi 3.7
Charles M. Schenck (CMS) Community School Denver 1.1 mi 6.7
Johnson Elementary School Denver 1.2 mi 5.9
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal Denver 1.4 mi 5.1
Rocky Mountain Prep Ruby Hill Denver 1.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,461

Median Home Value

$497,900

Median Rent

$1,650/mo

Population

19,624

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

47.4%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Goldrick Elementary School

What grades does Goldrick Elementary School serve?

Goldrick Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Goldrick Elementary School?

Goldrick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Goldrick Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Goldrick Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Goldrick Elementary School rank in CO?

Goldrick Elementary School ranks #954 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Goldrick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Goldrick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Goldrick Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Goldrick Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Goldrick Elementary School a charter school?

No, Goldrick Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Goldrick Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Goldrick Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Goldrick Elementary School?

87.2% of students at Goldrick Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.4%

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