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#186 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 10% in state

Asbury Elementary School

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

1320 EAST ASBURY AVENUE, Denver, CO 80210

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#186 of 1,815

In Denver

#43 of 222

public schools

In district

#42 of 196

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

School environment

9.4 / 10

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Asbury Elementary School

8.4/10

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

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About Asbury Elementary School

Asbury 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. Asbury Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Asbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #186 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Asbury Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism25.4%

Asbury Elementary School — Students at Asbury Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
49.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
49.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
62%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Asbury Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in CO
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

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

1320 EAST ASBURY AVENUE, Denver, CO 80210

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Asbury Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Slavens K-8 School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Steele Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Grant Beacon Middle School Denver 0.6 mi 7.4
RICKS CENTER FOR GIFTED CHILDREN Denver 0.6 mi 8.5
South High School Denver 0.9 mi 8.1
McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School Denver 1.1 mi 9.2
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver 1.3 mi 4.8
SOPHIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Denver 1.2 mi
Charles Hay World School Englewood 1.5 mi 6.7
University Park Elementary School Denver 1.2 mi 8.8
THE JOSHUA SCHOOL Englewood 1.4 mi 6.8
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Denver 1.6 mi 6.6
Cory Elementary School Denver 1.3 mi 9.1
Slavens K-8 School Denver 1.5 mi 9.2
ACCELERATED SCHOOLS Denver 1.3 mi
Lincoln Elementary School Denver 1.7 mi 8.2
Merrill Middle School Denver 1.5 mi 8.7
Creativity Challenge Community Denver 1.5 mi 8.8
Wm E Bishop Elementary School Englewood 1.8 mi 5.3
Steele Elementary School Denver 2.1 mi 9.2
MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD SCHOOL Denver 1.7 mi 5.8
Stephen Knight Center for Early Education Denver 2.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,156

Median Home Value

$870,500

Median Rent

$1,963/mo

Population

39,155

College Educated

76.5%

Homeownership

55.7%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Asbury Elementary School

What grades does Asbury Elementary School serve?

Asbury Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Asbury Elementary School?

Asbury Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Asbury Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Asbury Elementary School rank in CO?

Asbury Elementary School ranks #186 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Asbury Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Asbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Asbury Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Asbury Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Asbury Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Asbury Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

22.9% of students at Asbury 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

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