Below Average
#1493 of 1,815 schools in CO
Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
21601 EAST 51ST PLACE, Denver, CO 80249
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,493 of 1,815
In Denver
#201 of 222
public schools
In district
#181 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
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Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School
Elementary School in Denver · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School
Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School serves approximately 912 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,493 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 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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Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School — Students at Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 4.8/10.
How Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School Compares
See how Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 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
21601 EAST 51ST PLACE, Denver, CO 80249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highline Academy Northeast (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Northeast Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOAR at Green Valley Ranch (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Green Valley Elementary School Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Highline Academy Northeast Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College Denver | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Sandra Todd-Williams Academy Denver | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Omar D Blair Charter School Denver | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Marrama Elementary School Denver | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| High Point Academy Aurora | 2.4 mi | 2.5 |
| KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy Denver | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep RISE Denver | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SOAR at Green Valley Ranch Denver | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Green Valley Ranch Denver | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School Denver | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| KIPP Northeast Elementary Denver | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Vista Academy Denver | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School Denver | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School Denver | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Legacy Options High School Denver | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Clyde Miller K-8 Aurora | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Montbello Career and Technical High School Denver | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Noel Denver | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,457
Median Home Value
$457,500
Median Rent
$2,083/mo
Population
41,209
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grand Peak Academy Colorado Springs, CO | 4.5 |
| Winograd K-8 Elementary School Greeley, CO | 4.5 |
| James Madison STEAM Academy Greeley, CO | 4.4 |
| McMeen Elementary School Denver, CO | 4.6 |
| Swallows Charter Academy Pueblo West, CO | 4.4 |
| Maxwell Elementary School Denver, CO | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School
What grades does Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School serve?
Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School?
Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 912 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School rank in CO?
Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School ranks #1,493 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 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 Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School a charter school?
No, Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School a Title I school?
No, Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 School?
82.2% of students at Florida Pitt-waller Ece-8 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 912
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (720) 424-2840
Resources & Links
District
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C- District Enrollment
- 88,258
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,206
- District Rank
- #181 of 196
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