Excellent
#47 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 3% in state
Fireside Elementary School
Elementary School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
845 WEST DAHLIA, Louisville, CO 80027
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#47 of 1,815
In Louisville
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#8 of 54
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Fireside Elementary School
Fireside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Louisville, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Fireside Elementary School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
Fireside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Fireside Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Fireside Elementary School — Students at Fireside Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17%
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: 8.9/10.
How Fireside Elementary School Compares
See how Fireside 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
845 WEST DAHLIA, Louisville, CO 80027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fireside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Superior Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Superior), with a very similar rating. Another option is Eldorado K-8 School (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Superior), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Louisville Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOUISVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville | 0.5 mi | — |
| Coal Creek Elementary School Louisville | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Louisville Elementary School Louisville | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Monarch K-8 School Louisville | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Monarch High School Louisville | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Louisville Middle School Louisville | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Superior Elementary School Superior | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Douglass Elementary School Boulder | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville | 2.5 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT THE FLATIRONS Superior | 2.9 mi | — |
| Eldorado K-8 School Superior | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Centaurus High School Lafayette | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Ryan Elementary School Lafayette | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Angevine Middle School Lafayette | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Boulder Universal Boulder | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| SUMMIT CLASSICAL ACADEMY Broomfield | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ADVENTURE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lafayette | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,165
Median Home Value
$822,700
Median Rent
$2,234/mo
Population
33,998
College Educated
71.5%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bamford Elementary School Loveland, CO | 9.0 |
| Broadmoor Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 9.0 |
| Challenge School Denver, CO | 9.0 |
| Chipeta Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 9.0 |
| Colorado STEM Academy Westminster, CO | 9.0 |
| Eldorado Elementary School Highlands Ranch, CO | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fireside Elementary School
What grades does Fireside Elementary School serve?
Fireside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fireside Elementary School?
Fireside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fireside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fireside Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fireside Elementary School rank in CO?
Fireside Elementary School ranks #47 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Fireside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fireside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Fireside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fireside Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fireside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fireside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fireside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fireside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fireside Elementary School?
17.0% of students at Fireside 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
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Boulder County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (720) 561-7900
Resources & Links
District
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2- District Enrollment
- 28,357
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,172
- District Rank
- #8 of 54
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