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Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
3400 WEST NEVADA PLACE, Denver, CO 80219
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,026 of 1,815
In Denver
#139 of 222
public schools
In district
#129 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary
Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,026 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary show 10% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 158 students, Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
49% of students at Kipp Sunshine Peak 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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Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary — Students at Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 2 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
How Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary Compares
See how Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3400 WEST NEVADA PLACE, Denver, CO 80219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valverde Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles M. Schenck (CMS) Community School (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Munroe Elementary School Denver | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Barnum Elementary School Denver | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Castro Elementary School Denver | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Kepner Beacon Middle School Denver | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest Denver | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Pascual Ledoux Academy Denver | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Knapp Elementary School Denver | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood Denver | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep SMART Denver | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Florence Crittenton High School Denver | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ESCUELA DE GUADALUPE Denver | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Charles M. Schenck (CMS) Community School Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Newlon Elementary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Denver Online Denver | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP Denver Collegiate High School Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Valverde Elementary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Goldrick Elementary School Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Eagleton Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Brady Exploration School Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,325
Median Home Value
$426,200
Median Rent
$1,464/mo
Population
60,095
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| GUARDIAN ANGELS Denver, CO | 5.9 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Collins, CO | 5.9 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monument, CO | 5.9 |
| Custer County Elementary School Westcliffe, CO | 6.0 |
| Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School Hesperus, CO | 6.0 |
| Weldon Valley Elementary School Weldona, CO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary
What grades does Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary serve?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary rank in CO?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary ranks #1,026 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary has 10% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS).
Is Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary?
86.7% of students at Kipp Sunshine Peak 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 158
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (303) 934-3245
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
- #129 of 196
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