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Grant Elementary School

Elementary School · Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E

3215 WESTWOOD BOULEVARD, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,055 of 1,815

In Colorado Springs

#104 of 180

public schools

In district

#24 of 57

Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Grant Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Colorado Springs · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Grant Elementary School

Grant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Colorado Springs, CO, part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E. Grant Elementary School serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,055 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Grant Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Grant Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.9% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,835
Chronic Absenteeism47.5%

Grant Elementary School — Students at Grant Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
17%
2025
Math
29.1%
ELA
34.8%

* 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 Grant Elementary School Compares

See how Grant Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
42th percentile in CO
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3215 WESTWOOD BOULEVARD, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is King Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Martinez Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Fremont Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.8 mi 4.6
Russell Middle School Colorado Springs 0.8 mi 5.6
Keller Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.9 mi 4.2
Sabin Middle School Colorado Springs 1.3 mi 6.2
EVANGELICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colorado Springs 1.4 mi 6.1
Doherty High School Colorado Springs 1.3 mi 6.1
King Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.7 mi 6.2
Carver Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.4 mi 3.5
Colorado Springs Charter Academy Colorado Springs 1.8 mi 3.7
Globe Charter School Colorado Springs 1.7 mi 5.3
Penrose Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.6 mi 4.0
Nikola Tesla Education Opportunity Center Colorado Springs 2.2 mi 4.2
Martinez Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.1 mi 5.8
Audubon Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.2 mi 4.1
Pioneer Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.5 mi 7.8
The Bijou School Colorado Springs 2.5 mi 5.0
Achieve Online Colorado Springs 2.5 mi 3.4
Odyssey Early College and Career Options Colorado Springs 2.5 mi 6.9
Madison Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.5 mi 4.8
Orton Academy Colorado Springs 2.2 mi 1.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80918 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,743

Median Home Value

$414,400

Median Rent

$1,572/mo

Population

48,291

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grant Elementary School

What grades does Grant Elementary School serve?

Grant Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Grant Elementary School?

Grant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grant Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grant Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grant Elementary School rank in CO?

Grant Elementary School ranks #1,055 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Grant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Grant Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grant Elementary School a charter school?

No, Grant Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grant Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Grant Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grant Elementary School?

72.1% of students at Grant 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.5%

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