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#699 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 39% in state

Centennial Elementary

Elementary School · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

10290 NEIGHBORS PARKWAY, Firestone, CO 80504

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#699 of 1,815

In Firestone

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#26 of 54

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Centennial Elementary

6.9/10

Elementary School in Firestone · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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6.0/10

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About Centennial Elementary

Centennial Elementary is a public elementary school in Firestone, CO, part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J.

Centennial Elementary serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #699 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Centennial Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.7% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.8% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,045
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Centennial Elementary — Students at Centennial Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (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
94%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
45%
2025
Math
44.9%
ELA
42.2%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Centennial Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in CO
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

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

10290 NEIGHBORS PARKWAY, Firestone, CO 80504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centennial Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highlands Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Erie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Soaring Heights PK-8 (rated 8.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Erie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth Homyak PK-8 (rated 8.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Dacono), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Firestone, see our Firestone schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Firestone Charter Academy Firestone 1.1 mi 7.1
Coal Ridge Middle School Firestone 1.2 mi 6.0
Prairie Ridge Elementary School Firestone 1.4 mi 6.2
Legacy Elementary School Frederick 2.6 mi 4.1
Carbon Valley Academy Frederick 2.8 mi 4.0
Frederick Senior High School Frederick 3.4 mi 5.8
Mead High School Longmont 3.1 mi 6.9
Thunder Valley PK-8 Frederick 3.9 mi 3.7
Spark! Discovery Preschool Frederick 3.9 mi 3.5
Grand View Elementary Frederick 4.4 mi 8.1
Mead Elementary School Mead 6.1 mi 7.9
Kenneth Homyak PK-8 Dacono 6.5 mi 8.4
Mead Middle School Mead 6.2 mi 7.5
Trail Ridge Middle School Longmont 5.6 mi 5.5
Fall River Elementary School Longmont 6.0 mi 7.8
Soaring Heights PK-8 Erie 7.6 mi 8.7
Erie High School Erie 7.7 mi 7.3
Rocky Mountain Elementary School Longmont 6.5 mi 4.1
Skyline High School Longmont 6.9 mi 5.8
Highlands Elementary School Erie 8.5 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,671

Median Home Value

$556,500

Median Rent

$1,895/mo

Population

61,305

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

40.2

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Berthoud Elementary School Berthoud, CO 6.9
Clayton Elementary School Englewood, CO 6.9
Harris Bilingual Elementary School Fort Collins, CO 6.9
Joe Shoemaker School Denver, CO 6.9
Meridian Ranch Elementary School Falcon, CO 6.9
Montessori del Mundo Charter School Aurora, CO 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centennial Elementary

What grades does Centennial Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Centennial Elementary?

Centennial Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centennial Elementary rank in CO?

Centennial Elementary ranks #699 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Centennial Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Centennial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Centennial Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Centennial Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Centennial Elementary a Title I school?

No, Centennial Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

31.2% of students at Centennial Elementary 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Weld County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
District Enrollment
31,757
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,045
District Rank
#26 of 54

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