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#719 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 40% in state

Holm Elementary School

Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

3185 SOUTH WILLOW COURT, Denver, CO 80231

Enrollment

484

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#719 of 1,815

In Denver

#100 of 222

public schools

In district

#93 of 196

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Holm Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Denver · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Holm Elementary School

Holm Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Holm Elementary School serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #719 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Holm Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Holm 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 Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.1% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism47.7%

Holm Elementary School — Students at Holm Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (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
85%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
27%
2025
Math
32.5%
ELA
40.7%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Holm Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
60th percentile in CO
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

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

3185 SOUTH WILLOW COURT, Denver, CO 80231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holm Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocky Mountain Prep Creekside (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bradley International School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belleview Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Greenwood Village), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Hamilton Middle School Denver 0.2 mi 3.9
DENVER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Denver 1.0 mi 8.6
Samuels Elementary School Denver 1.0 mi 5.8
The Cottage at Holly Ridge Denver 1.1 mi 3.4
Southmoor Elementary School Denver 1.2 mi 7.2
Rocky Mountain Prep Creekside Denver 1.5 mi 9.3
Joe Shoemaker School Denver 1.3 mi 6.9
Holly Hills Elementary School Denver 1.4 mi 6.0
Cherry Creek High School Greenwood Village 2.0 mi 8.4
Thomas Jefferson High School Denver 1.7 mi 7.8
Campus Middle School Greenwood Village 2.1 mi 8.3
CRESCENT VIEW ACADEMY Aurora 1.7 mi 8.1
Belleview Elementary School Greenwood Village 2.2 mi 7.5
Place Bridge Academy Denver 2.2 mi 6.3
THREE BEARS LEARNING CENTER Denver 2.4 mi
VILLAGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenwood Village 2.4 mi
AMERICAN GLOBAL ACADEMY Denver 2.6 mi 3.9
Bradley International School Denver 2.0 mi 8.5
FUSION ACADEMY DENVER Greenwood Village 2.7 mi 6.7
Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning Denver 2.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,961

Median Home Value

$489,900

Median Rent

$1,727/mo

Population

35,297

College Educated

50.1%

Homeownership

38.5%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holm Elementary School

What grades does Holm Elementary School serve?

Holm Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Holm Elementary School?

Holm Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Holm Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holm Elementary School rank in CO?

Holm Elementary School ranks #719 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Holm Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Holm Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holm Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Holm Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Holm Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

69.6% of students at Holm 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
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

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