Needs Improvement
#1807 of 1,815 schools in CO
John H. Amesse Elementary
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
5440 SCRANTON STREET, Denver, CO 80239
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,807 of 1,815
In Denver
#222 of 222
public schools
In district
#196 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
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John H. Amesse Elementary
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About John H. Amesse Elementary
John H. Amesse Elementary is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. John H.
Amesse Elementary serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John H. Amesse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,807 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for John H. Amesse Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at John H. Amesse Elementary 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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John H. Amesse Elementary — Students at John H. Amesse Elementary score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 2.2/10.
How John H. Amesse Elementary Compares
See how John H. Amesse Elementary 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
5440 SCRANTON STREET, Denver, CO 80239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John H. Amesse Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Inspire Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Isabella Bird Community School (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monarch Montessori (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monarch Montessori Denver | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| McGlone Academy Denver | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Academy 360 Denver | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Montbello High School Denver | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Escalante-Biggs Academy Denver | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Farrell B. Howell ECE-8 School Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Maxwell Elementary School Denver | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Northeast Early College Denver | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| DSST: Elevate Northeast Middle School Denver | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| DSST: Elevate Northeast High School Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Marie L. Greenwood Academy Denver | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Barney Ford Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Oakland Elementary Denver | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Inspire Elementary Denver | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Denver Green School Northfield Denver | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Park Lane Elementary School Aurora | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Lena Archuleta Elementary School Denver | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Aurora Science & Tech High School Aurora | 2.7 mi | — |
| Isabella Bird Community School Denver | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Northfield High School Denver | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,661
Median Home Value
$394,500
Median Rent
$1,903/mo
Population
44,077
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
58.9%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennett Elementary School Bennett, CO | 2.6 |
| Pueblo Charter School for the Arts & Sciences Pueblo, CO | 2.6 |
| Highland Park Elementary School Pueblo, CO | 2.7 |
| Southeast Elementary School Brighton, CO | 2.7 |
| Bennett Ranch Elementary School Peyton, CO | 2.8 |
| Deane Elementary School Lakewood, CO | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John H. Amesse Elementary
What grades does John H. Amesse Elementary serve?
John H. Amesse Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John H. Amesse Elementary?
John H. Amesse Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John H. Amesse Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John H. Amesse Elementary is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John H. Amesse Elementary rank in CO?
John H. Amesse Elementary ranks #1,807 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is John H. Amesse Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John H. Amesse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 John H. Amesse Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John H. Amesse Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is John H. Amesse Elementary a charter school?
No, John H. Amesse Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John H. Amesse Elementary a Title I school?
No, John H. Amesse Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John H. Amesse Elementary?
90.5% of students at John H. Amesse Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 370
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (720) 424-9988
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
- #196 of 196
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