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#1150 of 1,815 schools in CO
Columbian Elementary School
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
2925 WEST 40TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80211
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,150 of 1,815
In Denver
#149 of 222
public schools
In district
#136 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
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About Columbian Elementary School
Columbian 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. Columbian Elementary School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Columbian Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Columbian 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.
Test scores at Columbian 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.
62% of students at Columbian 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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Columbian Elementary School — Students at Columbian Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 6.4/10.
How Columbian Elementary School Compares
See how Columbian Elementary School 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
2925 WEST 40TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbian Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valdez Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Centennial A School for Expeditionary Learning (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Skinner Middle School Denver | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Academia Ana Marie Sandoval Denver | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| North High School Denver | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| North High School Engagement Center Denver | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Denver Montessori Junior/Senior High School Denver | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Valdez Elementary School Denver | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Beach Court Elementary School Denver | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| AUL Denver Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Bryant Webster Dual Language ECE-8 School Denver | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Career Education Center Early College Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Edison Elementary School Denver | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Sunnyside Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Trevista at Horace Mann Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Centennial A School for Expeditionary Learning Denver | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Brown International Academy Denver | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ARRUPE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Denver | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Ricardo Flores Magon Academy Denver | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| GUARDIAN ANGELS Denver | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| TENNYSON CENTER FOR CHILDREN AT CCH Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,685
Median Home Value
$747,800
Median Rent
$1,931/mo
Population
37,441
College Educated
70.9%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATION Denver, CO | 5.5 |
| Fleming Elementary School Fleming, CO | 5.5 |
| Granada Elementary School Granada, CO | 5.5 |
| McKinley Elementary School Canon City, CO | 5.5 |
| Alta Vista Charter School Lamar, CO | 5.6 |
| Castro Elementary School Denver, CO | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbian Elementary School
What grades does Columbian Elementary School serve?
Columbian Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Columbian Elementary School?
Columbian Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbian Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbian Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbian Elementary School rank in CO?
Columbian Elementary School ranks #1,150 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Columbian Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbian Elementary School 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 Columbian Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbian Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Columbian Elementary School a charter school?
No, Columbian Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbian Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Columbian Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbian Elementary School?
85.4% of students at Columbian 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.0%
- Phone
- (720) 424-8580
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
- #136 of 196
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