Needs Improvement
#1700 of 1,815 schools in CO
Canon Elementary School
School · Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E
1201 WEST CHEYENNE ROAD, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 178 schools in Colorado Springs. Learn more
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,700 of 1,815
In Colorado Springs
#171 of 180
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E
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Canon Elementary School
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About Canon Elementary School
Canon Elementary School is a public school in Colorado Springs, CO, part of Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E. Canon Elementary School serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Canon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,700 of 1,815 schools in CO.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 8.0
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Canon Elementary 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.
Canon Elementary School runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Canon Elementary School Compares
See how Canon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1201 WEST CHEYENNE ROAD, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canon Elementary School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Broadmoor Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cheyenne Mountain High School (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School Colorado Springs | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Skyway Park Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Cheyenne Mountain High School Colorado Springs | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Colorado Springs | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| THE COLORADO SPRINGS SCHOOL Colorado Springs | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Gold Camp Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School Colorado Springs | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| GOLDEN MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL LLC Colorado Springs | 1.3 mi | — |
| Zebulon Pike Colorado Springs | 1.8 mi | — |
| GIVING TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Colorado Springs | 1.9 mi | — |
| The Vanguard School (Elementary) Colorado Springs | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Oak Creek Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| The Vanguard School (High) Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| The Vanguard School (Middle) Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Stratton Meadows Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Buena Vista Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Midland Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| West Elementary School Colorado Springs | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| West Middle School Colorado Springs | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School Colorado Springs | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,047
Median Home Value
$543,400
Median Rent
$1,634/mo
Population
37,403
College Educated
49.1%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
40.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canon Elementary School
What grades does Canon Elementary School serve?
Canon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Canon Elementary School?
Canon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Canon Elementary School is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canon Elementary School rank in CO?
Canon Elementary School ranks #1,700 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Canon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Canon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Canon Elementary School a charter school?
No, Canon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Canon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canon Elementary School?
15.3% of students at Canon 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 131
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Phone
- (719) 475-6140
Resources & Links
District
Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12 in the county of E- District Enrollment
- 3,763
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,252
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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