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#100 of 188 private schools in CO

Assumption Catholic School

Elementary School

2341 E 78TH AVE, Denver, CO 80229

Private

Enrollment

121

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Colorado private schools

#100 of 188

In Denver

#19 of 36

public schools

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Assumption Catholic School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Denver · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Monterey Community School

3.1/10

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4.8/10

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About Assumption Catholic School

Assumption Catholic School is a private elementary school in Denver, CO. Assumption Catholic School serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Assumption Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 188 private schools in CO.

How it comparesOn par with CO schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 121 students, Assumption Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Assumption Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Assumption Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Assumption Catholic School compares to 182 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
This School
vs
15.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
121
This School
vs
409
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 81.8% vs 0%
White 9.9% vs 0%
Asian 5% vs 0%
Black 1.7% vs 0%
Assumption Catholic School Denver Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Assumption Catholic School (this school) 6.4
Welby Community School of the Arts 4.3
Monterey Community School 3.1
Performing Arts School on Broadway
Global Primary Academy 7.4
Global Intermediate Academy 5.8
Mapleton Online
Adventure Elementary 3.2
North Star Elementary School 5.2
Valley View Innovation School 6.6
Sherrelwood Elementary School 7.6
Colorado Sports Leadership Academy 5.5
Early Learning Center at Francis M. Day 4.6
Metropolitan Arts Academy 6.5
Orchard Park Academy 5.3
Trailside Academy 7.1
Fairview PK-8 3.6
Federal Heights Elementary School 5.6
Swansea Elementary School 6.0
Josephine Hodgkins Leadership Academy 5.4
Garden Place Academy 4.8

Showing 20 of 182 schools. View all schools in Denver

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,144
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 32%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 121
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 81.8%
White 9.9%
Asian 5.0%
Black 1.7%
Two or More 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2341 E 78TH AVE, Denver, CO 80229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Assumption Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coronado Hills Elementary School (rated 4.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Thornton), a more accessible option. Another option is Clayton Partnership School (rated 4.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Thornton), a more accessible option. Additionally, McElwain Elementary School (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Thornton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Monterey Community School Denver 1.0 mi 3.1
Coronado Hills Elementary School Thornton 0.9 mi 4.8
Welby Community School of the Arts Denver 0.9 mi 4.3
Academy High School Thornton 1.3 mi 5.1
Clayton Partnership School Thornton 1.3 mi 4.8
Mapleton Early Career Preparation Thornton 1.3 mi 6.0
Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts Thornton 1.3 mi 3.8
McElwain Elementary School Thornton 1.2 mi 4.8
North Valley School for Young Adults Thornton 1.4 mi 3.9
Achieve Academy Thornton 1.7 mi 3.4
A CHILD'S TOUCH Thornton 1.7 mi
Preschool on Poze Thornton 1.7 mi 3.9
Adams City Middle School Commerce City 1.4 mi 2.8
Meadow Community School Thornton 1.7 mi 3.4
York International Thornton 1.9 mi 5.2
Performing Arts School on Broadway Denver 1.5 mi
New America School - Thornton Thornton 1.7 mi 4.4
Alsup Elementary School Commerce City 1.7 mi 3.9
Global Leadership Academy Denver 1.5 mi 5.8
Global Intermediate Academy Denver 1.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,450

Median Home Value

$382,900

Median Rent

$1,719/mo

Population

57,274

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

67.7%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

32.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Assumption Catholic School

What grades does Assumption Catholic School serve?

Assumption Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Assumption Catholic School?

Assumption Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Assumption Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Assumption Catholic School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Assumption Catholic School rank in CO?

Assumption Catholic School ranks #100 of 188 private schools in CO.

What is Assumption Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Assumption Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Assumption Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Assumption Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Assumption Catholic School a religious school?

Assumption Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
121
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Adams County

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