Below Average
#1578 of 1,815 schools in CO
Audubon Elementary School
Elementary School · Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
2400 EAST VAN BUREN STREET, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,578 of 1,815
In Colorado Springs
#162 of 180
public schools
In district
#48 of 57
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
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Audubon Elementary School
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About Audubon Elementary School
Audubon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Colorado Springs, CO, part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E. Audubon Elementary School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Audubon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,578 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Audubon Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Audubon 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
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Audubon Elementary School — Students at Audubon Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.9/10.
How Audubon Elementary School Compares
See how Audubon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2400 EAST VAN BUREN STREET, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Audubon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stratton Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coperni 3 (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Queen Palmer Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Bijou School Colorado Springs | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Achieve Online Colorado Springs | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Odyssey Early College and Career Options Colorado Springs | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Colorado Springs Charter Academy Colorado Springs | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Galileo School of Math and Science Colorado Springs | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Nikola Tesla Education Opportunity Center Colorado Springs | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Stratton Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Orton Academy Colorado Springs | 1.1 mi | 1.8 |
| Mann Middle School Colorado Springs | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ST MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL Colorado Springs | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Edison Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Queen Palmer Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Twain Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Taylor Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| KISHAMI ACADEMY Colorado Springs | 2.1 mi | — |
| Coperni 3 Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Grant Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Madison Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| North Middle School Colorado Springs | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| EVANGELICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,777
Median Home Value
$352,400
Median Rent
$1,227/mo
Population
36,171
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edwards Elementary School Edwards, CO | 4.1 |
| Rocky Mountain Elementary School Longmont, CO | 4.1 |
| Silverthorne Elementary School Silverthorne, CO | 4.1 |
| Bessemer Elementary School Pueblo, CO | 4.0 |
| Burlington Elementary School Burlington, CO | 4.0 |
| Campbell Elementary School Sterling, CO | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Audubon Elementary School
What grades does Audubon Elementary School serve?
Audubon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Audubon Elementary School?
Audubon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Audubon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Audubon Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Audubon Elementary School rank in CO?
Audubon Elementary School ranks #1,578 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Audubon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Audubon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Audubon Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Audubon Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Audubon Elementary School a charter school?
No, Audubon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Audubon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Audubon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Audubon Elementary School?
70.5% of students at Audubon 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (719) 328-2600
Resources & Links
District
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E- District Enrollment
- 22,740
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,835
- District Rank
- #48 of 57
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