Excellent
#261 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 14% in state
Douglass Elementary School
Elementary School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
840 75TH STREET, Boulder, CO 80303
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#261 of 1,815
In Boulder
#14 of 29
public schools
In district
#26 of 54
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Douglass Elementary School
Douglass Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boulder, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Douglass Elementary School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Douglass Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #261 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Douglass Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Douglass Elementary School — Students at Douglass Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11%
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: 7.3/10.
How Douglass Elementary School Compares
See how Douglass 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
840 75TH STREET, Boulder, CO 80303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglass Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eisenhower Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fireside Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Louisville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Horizons K-8 School (rated 8.5/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boulder, see our Boulder schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Boulder Universal Boulder | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Coal Creek Elementary School Louisville | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| JAY & ROSE PHILLIPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Boulder | 2.0 mi | — |
| Fireside Elementary School Louisville | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| LOUISVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Louisville Elementary School Louisville | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Louisville Middle School Louisville | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder | 2.5 mi | — |
| TEMPLE GRANDIN SCHOOL Boulder | 2.9 mi | — |
| TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Manhattan Middle School of the Arts and Academics Boulder | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNTAIN SHADOWS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Heatherwood Elementary School Boulder | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Boulder | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Monarch K-8 School Louisville | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Horizons K-8 School Boulder | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Monarch High School Louisville | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,344
Median Home Value
$941,600
Median Rent
$1,833/mo
Population
24,934
College Educated
78.9%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
29.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bacon Elementary School Fort Collins, CO | 8.1 |
| Coyote Ridge Elementary School Fort Collins, CO | 8.1 |
| Grand View Elementary Frederick, CO | 8.1 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Centennial, CO | 8.1 |
| Odyssey School of Denver Denver, CO | 8.1 |
| Palmer Elementary School Denver, CO | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglass Elementary School
What grades does Douglass Elementary School serve?
Douglass Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Douglass Elementary School?
Douglass Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglass Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglass Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglass Elementary School rank in CO?
Douglass Elementary School ranks #261 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Douglass Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglass Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Douglass Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglass Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Douglass Elementary School a charter school?
No, Douglass Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglass Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Douglass Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglass Elementary School?
11.0% of students at Douglass 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 319
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Boulder County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (720) 561-5541
Resources & Links
District
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2- District Enrollment
- 28,357
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,172
- District Rank
- #26 of 54
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