Below Average
#1515 of 1,815 schools in CO
Barnum Elementary School
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
85 HOOKER STREET, Denver, CO 80219
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,515 of 1,815
In Denver
#202 of 222
public schools
In district
#182 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
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Barnum Elementary School
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About Barnum Elementary School
Barnum 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. Barnum Elementary School serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Barnum Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,515 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Barnum Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Barnum 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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Barnum Elementary School — Students at Barnum Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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: 4.0/10.
How Barnum Elementary School Compares
See how Barnum 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
85 HOOKER STREET, Denver, CO 80219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barnum Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valverde Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Knapp Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Sunshine Peak Elementary Denver | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ESCUELA DE GUADALUPE Denver | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Munroe Elementary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Eagleton Elementary School Denver | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Florence Crittenton High School Denver | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Castro Elementary School Denver | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Newlon Elementary School Denver | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Kepner Beacon Middle School Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest Denver | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Knapp Elementary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Valverde Elementary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Pascual Ledoux Academy Denver | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Denver Online Denver | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP Denver Collegiate High School Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| HEARTLAND ACADEMY DENVER Denver | 1.4 mi | — |
| Cowell Elementary School Denver | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep SMART Denver | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood Denver | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Cheltenham Elementary School Denver | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,325
Median Home Value
$426,200
Median Rent
$1,464/mo
Population
60,095
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspen Elementary School Aspen, CO | 4.4 |
| Fisher's Peak Elementary School Trinidad, CO | 4.4 |
| Kiowa Elementary School Kiowa, CO | 4.4 |
| Otero Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 4.4 |
| Acres Green Elementary School Littleton, CO | 4.5 |
| Akron Elementary School Akron, CO | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barnum Elementary School
What grades does Barnum Elementary School serve?
Barnum Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Barnum Elementary School?
Barnum Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barnum Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Barnum Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barnum Elementary School rank in CO?
Barnum Elementary School ranks #1,515 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Barnum Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Barnum Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Barnum Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barnum Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Barnum Elementary School a charter school?
No, Barnum Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barnum Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Barnum Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barnum Elementary School?
86.7% of students at Barnum 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
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.5%
- Phone
- (720) 424-9590
Resources & Links
District
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C- District Enrollment
- 88,258
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,206
- District Rank
- #182 of 196
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