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Aragon Elementary School

Elementary School · Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an

211 SOUTH MAIN STREET, Fountain, CO 80817

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,689 of 1,815

In Fountain

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an

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Aragon Elementary School

3.7/10

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

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About Aragon Elementary School

Aragon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fountain, CO, part of Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an. Aragon Elementary School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Aragon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,689 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Aragon Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at Aragon 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 Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.8% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.3% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.6 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,254
Chronic Absenteeism52.9%

Aragon Elementary School — Students at Aragon Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 43.4% (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
90%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22%
2025
Math
15.4%
ELA
25.1%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Aragon Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in CO
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.9%

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

211 SOUTH MAIN STREET, Fountain, CO 80817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aragon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Talbott STEAM Innovation School (rated 7.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Widefield Elementary School of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fountain, see our Fountain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Fountain Middle School Fountain 0.4 mi 4.7
Welte Education Center Fountain 0.8 mi 6.0
Conrad Early Learning Center Fountain 0.9 mi 3.2
Fountain-Fort Carson High School Fountain 1.1 mi 6.7
Mesa Elementary School Fountain 1.5 mi 4.0
Eagleside Elementary School Fountain 1.3 mi 6.0
Jordahl Elementary School Fountain 1.4 mi 6.7
Janitell Junior High School Fountain 2.7 mi 5.6
Mesa Ridge High School Colorado Springs 2.8 mi 5.4
James Madison Charter Academy School Colorado Springs 3.0 mi 4.2
Webster Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.1 mi 5.8
Sunrise Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.4 mi 4.8
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.7 mi 7.7
Talbott STEAM Innovation School Colorado Springs 3.8 mi 7.8
Watson Junior High School Colorado Springs 4.0 mi 5.4
FOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL OF COLORADO Colorado Springs 4.3 mi 7.4
Venetucci Elementary School Colorado Springs 4.4 mi 5.2
Widefield Elementary School of the Arts Colorado Springs 5.2 mi 7.8
Widefield High School Colorado Springs 5.3 mi 5.4
Discovery High School Colorado Springs 5.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,121

Median Home Value

$377,300

Median Rent

$1,758/mo

Population

31,101

College Educated

32.1%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aragon Elementary School

What grades does Aragon Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Aragon Elementary School?

Aragon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Aragon Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aragon Elementary School rank in CO?

Aragon Elementary School ranks #1,689 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Aragon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Aragon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Aragon Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aragon Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Aragon Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Aragon Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

81.0% of students at Aragon 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.9%

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