Very Good
#369 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 20% 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
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Louisville
#3 of 6
public schools
Colorado elementary schools
#284 of 1,006
In district
#31 of 54
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2
Equity
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Fireside Elementary School
Fireside Elementary School serves 436 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Louisville, Colorado, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranking 158th out of 1,831 Colorado schools, Fireside places in the 91st percentile statewide for academic achievement. The school demonstrates particularly strong academic performance, earning a 9.4 out of 10 academic score.
In mathematics, 62% of students across all grade levels achieve proficiency or above, reflecting the school's commitment to solid educational foundations. With 25 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, Fireside maintains a reasonable 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for meaningful classroom attention. Fireside Elementary draws families from Louisville's well-educated community, where 70% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $139,412.
The low poverty rate of just 4.1% in the surrounding 80027 ZIP code reflects the area's economic stability. The neighborhood's median home value of $767,800 indicates a community that highly values education and invests in quality schools. Located in a small suburban setting within Boulder County, Fireside Elementary serves as an educational cornerstone for Louisville's family-oriented community, combining strong academics with the charm of suburban Colorado living.
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 13 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.1/10.
How Fireside Elementary School Compares
See how Fireside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 66% (2019) to 61.69% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 69% (2019) to 74.49% (2025).
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. Eldorado K-8 School (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Superior), which scores notably higher. Another option is Douglass Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Boulder), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Louisville Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 7.7 |
| Louisville Elementary School Louisville | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Monarch K-8 School Louisville | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Monarch High School Louisville | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Louisville Middle School Louisville | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Superior Elementary School Superior | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Douglass Elementary School Boulder | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville | 2.5 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT THE FLATIRONS Superior | 2.9 mi | — |
| Eldorado K-8 School Superior | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Centaurus High School Lafayette | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Ryan Elementary School Lafayette | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Angevine Middle School Lafayette | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Boulder Universal Boulder | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SUMMIT CLASSICAL ACADEMY Broomfield | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Fireside Elementary School has a median household income of $153,165. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $822,700, with a median rent of $2,234/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Antelope Trails Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 7.7 |
| Benjamin Eaton Elementary School Eaton, CO | 7.7 |
| Coal Creek Elementary School Louisville, CO | 7.7 |
| Dalton Elementary School Aurora, CO | 7.7 |
| Garnet Mesa Elementary School Delta, CO | 7.7 |
| La Junta Primary School La Junta, CO | 7.7 |
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 is ranked #369 out of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Fireside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fireside Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fireside Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Fireside Elementary School has 63.7% math proficiency and 74.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (720) 561-7900
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2- District Enrollment
- 28,357
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,172
- District Rank
- #31 of 54
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