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Castro Elementary School
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
845 SOUTH LOWELL BOULEVARD, Denver, CO 80219
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,190 of 1,815
In Denver
#154 of 222
public schools
In district
#140 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
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Castro Elementary School
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About Castro Elementary School
Castro 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. Castro Elementary School serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Castro Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,190 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Castro Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Castro Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
68% of students at Castro 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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Castro Elementary School — Students at Castro Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 6.8/10.
How Castro Elementary School Compares
See how Castro Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
845 SOUTH LOWELL BOULEVARD, Denver, CO 80219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Castro Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charles M. Schenck (CMS) Community School (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Knapp Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Munroe Elementary School Denver | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Kepner Beacon Middle School Denver | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest Denver | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Pascual Ledoux Academy Denver | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Charles M. Schenck (CMS) Community School Denver | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood Denver | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP Sunshine Peak Elementary Denver | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep SMART Denver | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Knapp Elementary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Barnum Elementary School Denver | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Force Elementary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Johnson Elementary School Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Brady Exploration School Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Excel Academy Denver | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Goldrick Elementary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Newlon Elementary School Denver | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Florence Crittenton High School Denver | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Denison Montessori School Denver | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Godsman Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Castro Elementary School
What grades does Castro Elementary School serve?
Castro Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Castro Elementary School?
Castro Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Castro Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Castro Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Castro Elementary School rank in CO?
Castro Elementary School ranks #1,190 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Castro Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Castro Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Castro Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Castro Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Castro Elementary School a charter school?
No, Castro Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Castro Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Castro Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Castro Elementary School?
93.5% of students at Castro 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 231
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.0%
- Phone
- (720) 424-8990
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
- #140 of 196
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