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Ashley Elementary School

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

1914 SYRACUSE STREET, Denver, CO 80220

Enrollment

347

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,702 of 1,815

In Denver

#212 of 222

public schools

In district

#191 of 196

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

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Ashley Elementary School

3.6/10

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

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About Ashley Elementary School

Ashley 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. Ashley Elementary School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,702 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Ashley Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares3.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Ashley 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 Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism38%

Ashley Elementary School — Students at Ashley Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.1% (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
82%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
17%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Ashley Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.6/10
6th percentile in CO
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

Location

1914 SYRACUSE STREET, Denver, CO 80220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westerly Creek Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swigert International School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William (Bill) Roberts ECE-8 School (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ELIZABETH'S SCHOOL Denver 0.3 mi 6.8
Denver School of the Arts Denver 0.4 mi 8.8
DSST: Montview High School Denver 0.4 mi 8.6
DSST: Montview Middle School Denver 0.4 mi 6.4
PADDINGTON STATION Denver 0.7 mi
Odyssey School of Denver Denver 0.7 mi 8.1
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver 0.9 mi 6.8
William (Bill) Roberts ECE-8 School Denver 0.8 mi 9.0
EINSTEIN ACADEMY Denver 1.0 mi
Westerly Creek Elementary Denver 1.0 mi 9.4
Montclair School of Academics and Enrichment Denver 1.1 mi 5.1
Swigert International School Denver 1.3 mi 9.1
Boston K-8 School Aurora 1.1 mi 4.0
Vanguard Classical School - West Denver 1.3 mi 5.2
Early Learning Center at New Legacy Charter School Aurora 1.2 mi
New Legacy Charter School Aurora 1.2 mi 4.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT LOWRY Denver 1.6 mi
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF DENVER Denver 1.7 mi 7.8
Hallett Academy Denver 1.4 mi 3.8
BISHOP MACHEBEUF HIGH SCHOOL Denver 1.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,961

Median Home Value

$739,600

Median Rent

$1,621/mo

Population

36,311

College Educated

65.5%

Homeownership

57.8%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

38.1

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Sunrise Elementary School Aurora, CO 3.6
Wilson Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO 3.6
AXL Academy Aurora, CO 3.5
Aragon Elementary School Fountain, CO 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashley Elementary School

What grades does Ashley Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Ashley Elementary School?

Ashley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ashley Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ashley Elementary School rank in CO?

Ashley Elementary School ranks #1,702 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Ashley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ashley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Ashley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ashley Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Ashley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ashley Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

70.9% of students at Ashley 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

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