Average
#158 of 188 private schools in CO
Good Shepherd Catholic School
Elementary School
620 ELIZABETH ST, Denver, CO 80206
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#158 of 188
In Denver
#32 of 36
public schools
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Good Shepherd Catholic School
Elementary School in Denver · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good Shepherd Catholic School
Good Shepherd Catholic School is a private elementary school in Denver, CO. Good Shepherd Catholic School serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Good Shepherd Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd Catholic School compares to 182 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Catholic School (this school) | 5.2 |
| Bromwell Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Teller Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Dora Moore ECE-8 School | 5.2 |
| Steck Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences | 5.8 |
| Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman | 7.0 |
| Morey Middle School | 8.5 |
| Steele Elementary School | 9.2 |
| DSST: Cedar Middle School | 9.0 |
| Stephen Knight Center for Early Education | 7.5 |
| Palmer Elementary School | 8.1 |
| French American School of Denver | 9.5 |
| Carson Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Park Hill School | 9.1 |
| Denver Center for International Studies | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Whittier ECE-8 School | 4.8 |
| Downtown Denver Expeditionary School | 8.6 |
| West Middle School | 5.5 |
| Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmon | 8.5 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
620 ELIZABETH ST, Denver, CO 80206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. French American School of Denver (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Steele Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steck Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDRENS GARDEN MONTESSORI Denver | 0.2 mi | — |
| Bromwell Elementary School Denver | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Teller Elementary School Denver | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| East High School Denver | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| L'ECOLE DE DENVER Denver | 1.1 mi | — |
| Dora Moore ECE-8 School Denver | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Steck Elementary School Denver | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman Denver | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Steele Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| BANSBACH ACADEMY AT DENVER CHILDRENS HOME Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Stephen Knight Center for Early Education Denver | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| GRALAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Denver | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Morey Middle School Denver | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Denver | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| French American School of Denver Denver | 1.8 mi | 9.5 |
| DSST: Cedar High School Denver | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,248
Median Home Value
$892,200
Median Rent
$1,694/mo
Population
24,555
College Educated
77.6%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37
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 |
| Estes Park K-5 School Estes Park, CO | 5.2 |
| Hunters Glen Elementary School Thornton, CO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Catholic School
What grades does Good Shepherd Catholic School serve?
Good Shepherd Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Catholic School?
Good Shepherd Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Catholic School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Catholic School rank in CO?
Good Shepherd Catholic School ranks #158 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Good Shepherd Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Catholic 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.
Is Good Shepherd Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Good Shepherd Catholic School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 407
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Phone
- (303) 321-6231
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