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#542 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 30% in state

Leawood Elementary School

Elementary School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1

6155 WEST LEAWOOD DRIVE, Littleton, CO 80123

Enrollment

341

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#542 of 1,815

In Littleton

#24 of 42

public schools

In district

#53 of 140

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Leawood Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Littleton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Leawood Elementary School

Leawood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Littleton, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Leawood Elementary School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Leawood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #542 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Leawood Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.7% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.3% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,483
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Leawood Elementary School — Students at Leawood Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (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
94%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
53.9%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Leawood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in CO
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

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

6155 WEST LEAWOOD DRIVE, Littleton, CO 80123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leawood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilder Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Addenbrooke Classical Grammar School (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Stony Creek Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Littleton, see our Littleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Blue Heron Elementary School Littleton 0.5 mi 4.8
Columbine High School Littleton 0.5 mi 7.2
Grant Ranch ECE-8 School Denver 0.7 mi 3.8
Normandy Elementary School Littleton 1.0 mi 7.6
FRONT RANGE CHRISTIAN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Littleton 1.0 mi 6.8
FRONT RANGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Littleton 1.0 mi 7.0
SHILOH HOME INC. Littleton 1.1 mi 7.4
Wilder Elementary School Littleton 1.2 mi 7.9
Dutch Creek Elementary School Littleton 1.5 mi 7.5
Ken Caryl Middle School Littleton 1.8 mi 6.1
Goddard Middle School Littleton 1.5 mi 8.1
Columbine Hills Elementary School Littleton 2.2 mi 6.6
Governor's Ranch Elementary School Littleton 2.0 mi 7.6
Kaiser Elementary School Denver 2.3 mi 4.7
Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education Littleton 2.0 mi 6.2
HAVERN SCHOOL Littleton 2.5 mi 7.6
Addenbrooke Classical Grammar School Lakewood 2.6 mi 7.9
Stony Creek Elementary School Littleton 2.2 mi 7.9
DENVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lakewood 2.7 mi 7.2
COLORADO ACADEMY Denver 2.8 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,731

Median Home Value

$581,800

Median Rent

$1,958/mo

Population

45,364

College Educated

53.3%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

40.9

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Coronado Elementary School Littleton, CO 7.4
Global Primary Academy Denver, CO 7.4
Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen Evergreen, CO 7.4
Canon Exploratory School Canon City, CO 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leawood Elementary School

What grades does Leawood Elementary School serve?

Leawood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Leawood Elementary School?

Leawood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Leawood Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leawood Elementary School rank in CO?

Leawood Elementary School ranks #542 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Leawood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Leawood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Leawood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leawood Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Leawood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Leawood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

36.1% of students at Leawood 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
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

Jefferson County School District No. R-1
District Enrollment
74,251
Schools in District
148
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,483
District Rank
#53 of 140

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