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#1263 of 1,815 schools in CO
Estes Park K-5 School
Elementary School · Estes Park School District R-3
1505 BRODIE AVENUE, Estes Park, CO 80517
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,263 of 1,815
In Estes Park
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Estes Park School District R-3
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Estes Park K-5 School
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About Estes Park K-5 School
Estes Park K-5 School is a public elementary school in Estes Park, CO, part of Estes Park School District R-3. Estes Park K-5 School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Estes Park K-5 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,263 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Estes Park K-5 School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Estes Park K-5 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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Estes Park K-5 School — Students at Estes Park K-5 School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
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: 3.7/10.
How Estes Park K-5 School Compares
See how Estes Park K-5 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
1505 BRODIE AVENUE, Estes Park, CO 80517
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Estes Park K-5 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyons Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Lyons), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hygiene Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Longmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ponderosa Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Loveland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Estes Park, see our Estes Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Estes Park Middle School Estes Park | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Estes Park High School Estes Park | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| EAGLE ROCK SCHOOL & PDC Estes Park | 2.6 mi | — |
| Lyons Elementary School Lyons | 15.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Jamestown Elementary School Jamestown | 18.5 mi | — |
| Lyons Middle/Senior High School Lyons | 16.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Big Thompson Elementary School Loveland | 16.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Gold Hill Elementary School Gold Hill | 21.6 mi | — |
| BOULDER SUDBURY SCHOOL Longmont | 20.6 mi | — |
| Hygiene Elementary School Longmont | 20.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Loveland Classical School Loveland | 19.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Namaqua Elementary School Loveland | 19.5 mi | 6.0 |
| SHINING MOUNTAIN WALDORF SCHOOL Boulder | 24.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Loveland | 20.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Walt Clark Middle School Loveland | 20.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Westview Middle School Longmont | 21.9 mi | 7.0 |
| JARROW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder | 25.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Crest View Elementary School Boulder | 24.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Sarah Milner Elementary School Loveland | 20.5 mi | 3.8 |
| TARA PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Boulder | 25.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,659
Median Home Value
$670,200
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
10,093
College Educated
54.6%
Homeownership
79.2%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
58.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Antelope Ridge Elementary School Aurora, CO | 5.2 |
| Aurora Academy Charter School Aurora, CO | 5.2 |
| Cottonwood Plains Elementary School Ft. Collins, CO | 5.2 |
| Dora Moore ECE-8 School Denver, CO | 5.2 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver, CO | 5.2 |
| Hunters Glen Elementary School Thornton, CO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Estes Park K-5 School
What grades does Estes Park K-5 School serve?
Estes Park K-5 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Estes Park K-5 School?
Estes Park K-5 School has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Estes Park K-5 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Estes Park K-5 School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Estes Park K-5 School rank in CO?
Estes Park K-5 School ranks #1,263 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Estes Park K-5 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Estes Park K-5 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Estes Park K-5 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Estes Park K-5 School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Estes Park K-5 School a charter school?
No, Estes Park K-5 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Estes Park K-5 School a Title I school?
No, Estes Park K-5 School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Estes Park K-5 School?
53.8% of students at Estes Park K-5 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
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Larimer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (970) 586-7406
Resources & Links
District
Estes Park School District R-3- District Enrollment
- 971
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,084
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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