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#1494 of 1,815 schools in CO

Acres Green Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1

13524 NORTH ACRES GREEN DRIVE, Littleton, CO 80124

Enrollment

382

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,494 of 1,815

In Littleton

#42 of 42

public schools

In district

#84 of 88

Douglas County School District No. Re 1

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Acres Green Elementary School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Littleton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Acres Green Elementary School

Acres Green Elementary School is a public elementary school in Littleton, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Acres Green Elementary School serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Acres Green Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,494 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Acres Green Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares3.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Acres Green 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 Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942
Chronic Absenteeism33.8%

Acres Green Elementary School — Students at Acres Green Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 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
94%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Acres Green Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
18th percentile in CO
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

13524 NORTH ACRES GREEN DRIVE, Littleton, CO 80124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Acres Green Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redstone Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Highlands Ranch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Homestead Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Centennial), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Littleton, see our Littleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CREME DE LA CREME COLORADO Lone Tree 0.4 mi
Eagle Ridge Elementary School Lone Tree 0.8 mi 7.7
Eagle Academy Lone Tree 0.9 mi 5.7
Willow Creek Elementary School Centennial 1.2 mi 8.0
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Centennial 1.1 mi 7.7
Fox Creek Elementary School Highlands Ranch 1.1 mi 8.0
Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County Lone Tree 1.2 mi 7.8
Skyview Academy Highlands Ranch 1.3 mi 7.4
Lone Tree Elementary Lone Tree 1.5 mi 8.6
Dry Creek Elementary School Englewood 1.7 mi 8.4
ESPREE CHILD LEARNING CENTER Highlands Ranch 1.4 mi
eDCSD Englewood 1.5 mi 7.3
Homestead Elementary School Centennial 1.9 mi 8.9
Walnut Hills Community Elementary School Centennial 2.3 mi 8.5
Colorado Summit Connections Academy Englewood 1.8 mi 5.1
Colorado Connections @ 27J Englewood 1.8 mi
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School Littleton 2.2 mi 9.0
Redstone Elementary School Highlands Ranch 2.1 mi 9.1
HOPE Online Learning Academy High School Englewood 2.0 mi 4.2
HOPE Online Learning Academy Middle School Englewood 2.0 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,775

Median Home Value

$726,600

Median Rent

$2,055/mo

Population

22,472

College Educated

66.5%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Acres Green Elementary School

What grades does Acres Green Elementary School serve?

Acres Green Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Acres Green Elementary School?

Acres Green Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Acres Green Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Acres Green Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Acres Green Elementary School rank in CO?

Acres Green Elementary School ranks #1,494 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Acres Green Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Acres Green Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Acres Green Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Acres Green Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Acres Green Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Acres Green Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

35.3% of students at Acres Green 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

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