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#1179 of 1,815 schools in CO
Colorado Sports Leadership Academy
Elementary School · Westminster Public Schools
7001 LIPAN STREET, Denver, CO 80221
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,179 of 1,815
In Denver
#153 of 222
public schools
In district
#8 of 18
Westminster Public Schools
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Colorado Sports Leadership Academy
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About Colorado Sports Leadership Academy
Colorado Sports Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of Westminster Public Schools. Colorado Sports Leadership Academy serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Colorado Sports Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,179 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Colorado Sports Leadership Academy show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Colorado Sports Leadership Academy 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.
48% of students at Colorado Sports Leadership Academy 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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Colorado Sports Leadership Academy — Students at Colorado Sports Leadership Academy score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 7.6/10.
How Colorado Sports Leadership Academy Compares
See how Colorado Sports Leadership Academy 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
7001 LIPAN STREET, Denver, CO 80221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colorado Sports Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colorado STEM Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westminster Academy for International Studies (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sherrelwood Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Early Learning Center at Francis M. Day Denver | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Valley View Innovation School Denver | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Trailside Academy Denver | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Orchard Park Academy Denver | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Adventure Elementary Denver | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Mapleton Online Denver | 1.0 mi | — |
| Global Leadership Academy Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Global Intermediate Academy Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Global Primary Academy Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Sherrelwood Elementary School Denver | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Performing Arts School on Broadway Denver | 1.1 mi | — |
| Fairview PK-8 Denver | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Metropolitan Arts Academy Denver | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| The Pinnacle Charter School Federal Heights | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Westminster Academy for International Studies Westminster | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Colorado STEM Academy Westminster | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Josephine Hodgkins Leadership Academy Denver | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Hidden Lake Secondary Westminster | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Early Learning Center at Gregory Hill Westminster | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Welby Community School of the Arts Denver | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,425
Median Home Value
$449,700
Median Rent
$1,642/mo
Population
40,938
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
34.7
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| Dolores Elementary School Dolores, CO | 5.5 |
| Evans Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 5.5 |
| Foothills Elementary School Lakewood, CO | 5.5 |
| Foster Dual Language PK-8 Arvada, CO | 5.5 |
| Free Horizon Montessori Golden, CO | 5.5 |
| Granby Elementary School Granby, CO | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colorado Sports Leadership Academy
What grades does Colorado Sports Leadership Academy serve?
Colorado Sports Leadership Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Colorado Sports Leadership Academy?
Colorado Sports Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colorado Sports Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Colorado Sports Leadership Academy is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colorado Sports Leadership Academy rank in CO?
Colorado Sports Leadership Academy ranks #1,179 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Colorado Sports Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Colorado Sports Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Colorado Sports Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colorado Sports Leadership Academy has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Colorado Sports Leadership Academy a charter school?
No, Colorado Sports Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colorado Sports Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Colorado Sports Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colorado Sports Leadership Academy?
91.4% of students at Colorado Sports Leadership Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Adams County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.5%
- Phone
- (303) 428-8583
Resources & Links
District
Westminster Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 7,631
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,815
- District Rank
- #8 of 18
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