Below Average
#1396 of 1,815 schools in CO
Garden Place Academy
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
4425 LINCOLN STREET, Denver, CO 80216
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,396 of 1,815
In Denver
#186 of 222
public schools
In district
#167 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
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Garden Place Academy
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About Garden Place Academy
Garden Place Academy is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Garden Place Academy serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Place Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,396 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Place Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Garden Place Academy 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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Garden Place Academy — Students at Garden Place Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 5.5/10.
How Garden Place Academy Compares
See how Garden Place Academy 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
4425 LINCOLN STREET, Denver, CO 80216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Place Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Polaris Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF COLORADO (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Trevista at Horace Mann (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Trevista at Horace Mann Denver | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ANNUNCIATION Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Cole Arts and Science Academy Denver | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| University Prep - Arapahoe St. Denver | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Sunnyside Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Wyatt Academy Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF COLORADO Denver | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| RiseUp Community School Denver | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| DSST: Cole Middle School Denver | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| DSST: Cole High School Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Denver Montessori Junior/Senior High School Denver | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Gilliam School Denver | 1.5 mi | — |
| Bryant Webster Dual Language ECE-8 School Denver | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GUARDIAN ANGELS Denver | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Polaris Elementary School Denver | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Whittier ECE-8 School Denver | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Manual High School Denver | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| McAuliffe Manual Middle School Denver | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| International Academy of Denver at Harrington Denver | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| INNER-CITY SCHOOL Denver | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,869
Median Home Value
$392,500
Median Rent
$1,934/mo
Population
16,610
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
27.9%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
30.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avery/Parsons Elementary School Buena Vista, CO | 4.8 |
| Blue Heron Elementary School Littleton, CO | 4.8 |
| Centennial Elementary School Evans, CO | 4.8 |
| Centennial Elementary School Broomfield, CO | 4.8 |
| Clayton Partnership School Thornton, CO | 4.8 |
| Cole Arts and Science Academy Denver, CO | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Place Academy
What grades does Garden Place Academy serve?
Garden Place Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Garden Place Academy?
Garden Place Academy has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Place Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Place Academy is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Place Academy rank in CO?
Garden Place Academy ranks #1,396 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Garden Place Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Place Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Garden Place Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Place Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Garden Place Academy a charter school?
No, Garden Place Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Place Academy a Title I school?
No, Garden Place Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Place Academy?
86.8% of students at Garden Place Academy 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.3%
- Phone
- (720) 424-7220
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
- #167 of 196
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