Below Average
#1435 of 1,815 schools in CO
Kaiser Elementary School
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
4500 SOUTH QUITMAN STREET, Denver, CO 80236
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,435 of 1,815
In Denver
#194 of 222
public schools
In district
#175 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Kaiser Elementary School
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About Kaiser Elementary School
Kaiser 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. Kaiser Elementary School serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kaiser Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,435 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Kaiser Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Kaiser 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
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Kaiser Elementary School — Students at Kaiser Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
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: 3.3/10.
How Kaiser Elementary School Compares
See how Kaiser Elementary School 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
4500 SOUTH QUITMAN STREET, Denver, CO 80236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kaiser Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sabin World School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilder Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Addenbrooke Classical Grammar School (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alice Terry Elementary School Englewood | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Fort Logan Northgate Denver | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Sheridan High School Englewood | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SOAR Academy Englewood | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Early Childhood Education Center Englewood | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| MULLEN HIGH SCHOOL Denver | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Goddard Middle School Littleton | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education Littleton | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Sabin World School Denver | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Grant Ranch ECE-8 School Denver | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| COLORADO ACADEMY Denver | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| DSST: College View Middle School Denver | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Blue Heron Elementary School Littleton | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| DSST: College View High School Denver | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Bear Valley International School Denver | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Wilder Elementary School Littleton | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Traylor Academy Denver | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Gust Elementary School Denver | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| DENVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Addenbrooke Classical Grammar School Lakewood | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,543
Median Home Value
$495,800
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
17,207
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| B F Kitchen Elementary School Loveland, CO | 4.7 |
| Cowell Elementary School Denver, CO | 4.7 |
| Eva R Baca Elementary School Pueblo, CO | 4.7 |
| Fowler Elementary School Fowler, CO | 4.7 |
| Loma Elementary School Loma, CO | 4.7 |
| Marsh Elementary School Monte Vista, CO | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kaiser Elementary School
What grades does Kaiser Elementary School serve?
Kaiser Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kaiser Elementary School?
Kaiser Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kaiser Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kaiser Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kaiser Elementary School rank in CO?
Kaiser Elementary School ranks #1,435 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Kaiser Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kaiser Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Kaiser Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaiser Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kaiser Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kaiser Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kaiser Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kaiser Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kaiser Elementary School?
79.5% of students at Kaiser 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.9%
- Phone
- (720) 424-6210
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
- #175 of 196
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