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#1497 of 1,815 schools in CO

Edgewater Elementary School

Elementary School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1

5570 WEST 24TH AVENUE, Edgewater, CO 80214

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,497 of 1,815

In Edgewater

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#122 of 140

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

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Edgewater Elementary School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Edgewater · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Edgewater Elementary School

Edgewater Elementary School is a public elementary school in Edgewater, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Edgewater Elementary School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Edgewater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,497 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Edgewater Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Edgewater 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-18.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.9 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,483
Chronic Absenteeism35.4%

Edgewater Elementary School — Students at Edgewater Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.3% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
7.5%
2025
Math
17.7%
ELA
35.6%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Edgewater Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
18th percentile in CO
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.4%

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

5570 WEST 24TH AVENUE, Edgewater, CO 80214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgewater Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brown International Academy (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edgewater, see our Edgewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BETH JACOB HIGH SCHOOL Denver 0.9 mi 7.1
Lumberg Elementary School Edgewater 0.7 mi 3.2
Jefferson Junior/Senior High School Edgewater 0.8 mi 5.1
TENNYSON CENTER FOR CHILDREN AT CCH Denver 1.0 mi 7.3
YESHIVA TORAS CHAIM HIGH SCHOOL Denver 1.0 mi 5.5
Colfax Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 6.2
Cowell Elementary School Denver 1.4 mi 4.7
Edison Elementary School Denver 1.4 mi 9.1
Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley Denver 1.5 mi 7.9
BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood 1.2 mi 6.2
BETH EDEN BAPTIST SCHOOL Wheat Ridge 1.3 mi 8.0
Lake Middle School Denver 1.3 mi 6.7
Brown International Academy Denver 1.3 mi 8.7
STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC STEM SCHOOL Wheat Ridge 1.7 mi 6.8
WELLSPRING CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF ST. BERNADETTE Lakewood 1.6 mi 6.8
ARRUPE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Denver 1.8 mi 5.0
Stevens Elementary School Wheat Ridge 1.7 mi 6.4
Cheltenham Elementary School Denver 1.5 mi 5.9
HEARTLAND ACADEMY DENVER Denver 1.6 mi
Sobesky Academy Lakewood 1.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,259

Median Home Value

$519,900

Median Rent

$1,516/mo

Population

26,759

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

40.1%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgewater Elementary School

What grades does Edgewater Elementary School serve?

Edgewater Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Edgewater Elementary School?

Edgewater Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgewater Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgewater Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgewater Elementary School rank in CO?

Edgewater Elementary School ranks #1,497 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Edgewater Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgewater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Edgewater Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgewater Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edgewater Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Edgewater Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Edgewater Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

71.2% of students at Edgewater 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Bike Score
93 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.4%

District

Jefferson County School District No. R-1
District Enrollment
74,251
Schools in District
148
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,483
District Rank
#122 of 140

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