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#162 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 9% in state

Bromwell Elementary School

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

2500 EAST 4TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80206

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#162 of 1,815

In Denver

#40 of 222

public schools

In district

#39 of 196

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

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.5/10

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About Bromwell Elementary School

Bromwell 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. Bromwell Elementary School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bromwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Bromwell Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.7% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+23.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.8 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Bromwell Elementary School — Students at Bromwell Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 79.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
49.5%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
49.5%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
62%
2025
Math
61.2%
ELA
68.6%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Bromwell Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in CO
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2500 EAST 4TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bromwell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Steele Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Steck Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Teller Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CHILDRENS GARDEN MONTESSORI Denver 0.2 mi
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver 0.3 mi 5.2
ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver 0.7 mi 7.1
ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver 0.7 mi 5.8
Teller Elementary School Denver 1.1 mi 8.9
Dora Moore ECE-8 School Denver 1.0 mi 5.2
Steck Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 9.1
Steele Elementary School Denver 1.1 mi 9.2
East High School Denver 1.3 mi 8.2
Stephen Knight Center for Early Education Denver 1.3 mi 7.5
L'ECOLE DE DENVER Denver 1.3 mi
Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences Denver 1.2 mi 5.8
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Denver 1.4 mi 6.6
GRALAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Denver 1.2 mi 6.5
Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman Denver 1.5 mi 7.0
DSST: Cedar High School Denver 1.3 mi 9.0
DSST: Cedar Middle School Denver 1.3 mi 9.0
Morey Middle School Denver 1.5 mi 8.5
Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design Denver 1.5 mi 7.7
BANSBACH ACADEMY AT DENVER CHILDRENS HOME Denver 1.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,248

Median Home Value

$892,200

Median Rent

$1,694/mo

Population

24,555

College Educated

77.6%

Homeownership

44.6%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

37

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Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmon Denver, CO 8.5
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Timber Trail Elementary School Castle Rock, CO 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bromwell Elementary School

What grades does Bromwell Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Bromwell Elementary School?

Bromwell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bromwell Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bromwell Elementary School rank in CO?

Bromwell Elementary School ranks #162 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Bromwell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bromwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Bromwell Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bromwell Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bromwell Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bromwell Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

21.4% of students at Bromwell 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
95 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

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