Very Good
#49 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 26% of private schools
Ave Maria Catholic School
Elementary School
9056 E PARKER RD, Parker, CO 80138
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#49 of 188
In Parker
#1 of 4
public schools
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Ave Maria Catholic School
Elementary School in Parker · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ave Maria Catholic School
Ave Maria Catholic School is a private elementary school in Parker, CO. Ave Maria Catholic School serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Ave Maria Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Ave Maria 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
BetaHow Ave Maria Catholic School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Parker, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ave Maria Catholic School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Frontier Valley Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Cimarron Middle | 4.3 |
| Iron Horse Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Parker Core Knowledge Charter School | 9.3 |
| Pine Lane Elementary | 7.0 |
| Sierra Middle School | 6.5 |
| Global Village Academy - Douglas County | 8.7 |
| Cherokee Trail Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Leman Classical Academy | 7.8 |
| Legacy Point Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Challenge to Excellence Charter School | 8.6 |
| North Star Academy | 8.2 |
| Prairie Crossing Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Mountain View Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Northeast Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Gold Rush Elementary | 7.6 |
| Pine Grove Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Mammoth Heights Elementary | 6.7 |
| Singing Hills Elementary School | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Parker
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9056 E PARKER RD, Parker, CO 80138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ave Maria Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parker Core Knowledge Charter School (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Black Forest Hills Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Global Village Academy - Douglas County (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parker, see our Parker schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frontier Valley Elementary School Parker | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Parker | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Cimarron Middle Parker | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Legend High School Parker | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Iron Horse Elementary School Parker | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Parker Core Knowledge Charter School Parker | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| LITTLE BLESSINGS PRESCHOOL Parker | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Colorado Early Colleges Douglas County Parker | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Sierra Middle School Parker | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Pine Lane Elementary Parker | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PARKER Parker | 2.9 mi | — |
| Liberty Middle School Aurora | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Leman Classical Academy Parker | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Global Village Academy - Douglas County Parker | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Mountain View Elementary School Parker | 4.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Black Forest Hills Elementary School Aurora | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Cherokee Trail Elementary School Parker | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Creekside Elementary School Centennial | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Coyote Hills Elementary School Aurora | 5.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Northeast Elementary School Parker | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,397
Median Home Value
$679,800
Median Rent
$1,919/mo
Population
35,942
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
78.9%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy 360 Denver, CO | 7.1 |
| Excel Academy Charter School Arvada, CO | 7.1 |
| Freedom Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 7.1 |
| Hutchinson Elementary School Lakewood, CO | 7.1 |
| KIPP Northeast Elementary Denver, CO | 7.1 |
| Lopez Elementary School Fort Collins, CO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ave Maria Catholic School
What grades does Ave Maria Catholic School serve?
Ave Maria Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ave Maria Catholic School?
Ave Maria Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ave Maria Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ave Maria Catholic School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ave Maria Catholic School rank in CO?
Ave Maria Catholic School ranks #49 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Ave Maria Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ave Maria Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ave Maria Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Ave Maria 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 Ave Maria Catholic School a religious school?
Ave Maria Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Phone
- (720) 842-5400
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