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Lewis-palmer Elementary School

Elementary School · Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

1315 LAKE WOODMOOR DRIVE, Monument, CO 80132

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Monument

#7 of 7

public schools

Colorado elementary schools

#763 of 1,006

In district

#10 of 10

Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

Equity

8.0 / 10

Very strong

About Lewis-palmer Elementary School

Lewis-Palmer Elementary School serves 417 students from prekindergarten through sixth grade in Monument, Colorado. This public elementary school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18.1 to 1 with 23 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 234th out of 1,831 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 87th percentile.

With an academic score of 9.5 out of 10, Lewis-Palmer Elementary shows particularly solid results in mathematics, where 63% of students across all grade levels perform at proficient or above levels. Located on Lake Woodmoor Drive in the 80132 ZIP code area, the school serves an affluent community where the median household income reaches $147,908 and median home values average $632,400. The neighborhood reflects a highly educated population, with 59% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 3.7%.

Lewis-Palmer Elementary operates within a large suburban setting in El Paso County, providing families in this well-established Colorado community with a academically focused elementary education option that serves students through their foundational learning years.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.4%
Math vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Overall Proficiency55%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment3.1Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,492

Lewis-palmer Elementary School — Students at Lewis-palmer Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.1%
School
State
38.3%
ELA Proficiency 63.4%
School
State
44.9%

Based on 15 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
54%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
63%
2025
Math
51.8%
ELA
59.6%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Lewis-palmer Elementary School Compares

See how Lewis-palmer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
27th percentile in CO
Academic
7.9/10
7.9/10
Growth
4.8/10
Below average
Environment
3.1/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers

Location

1315 LAKE WOODMOOR DRIVE, Monument, CO 80132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lewis-palmer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palmer Lake Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Palmer Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ray E Kilmer Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Classical Academy Charter (rated 8.1/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monument, see our Monument schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Monument Charter Academy Monument 0.4 mi 7.2
Lewis-Palmer Middle School Monument 0.6 mi 5.6
Education reEnvisioned School Monument 1.0 mi
Lewis-Palmer High School Monument 1.2 mi 6.9
Palmer Ridge High School Monument 1.2 mi 7.2
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monument 1.3 mi 5.9
Bear Creek Elementary School Monument 2.2 mi 6.7
Prairie Winds Elementary School Monument 2.6 mi 5.6
Antelope Trails Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.3 mi 7.7
Palmer Lake Elementary School Palmer Lake 4.0 mi 8.5
Monument Charter Academy Secondary School Colorado Springs 4.4 mi 7.1
Discovery Canyon Campus High School Colorado Springs 5.5 mi 6.7
Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School Colorado Springs 5.5 mi 7.5
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School Colorado Springs 5.5 mi 6.7
The Classical Academy Charter Colorado Springs 5.9 mi 8.1
The Classical Academy Middle School Colorado Springs 5.9 mi 8.2
The Classical Academy High School Colorado Springs 5.9 mi 7.7
The Da Vinci Academy School Colorado Springs 6.4 mi 5.2
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School Colorado Springs 5.5 mi 8.5
Douglass Valley Elementary School Usaf Academy 7.4 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,176

Median Home Value

$700,900

Median Rent

$2,134/mo

Population

29,379

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

87.8%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lewis-palmer Elementary School has a median household income of $155,176. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $700,900, with a median rent of $2,134/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLESSED SACRAMENT PARISH SCHOOL Denver, CO 5.4
Dutch Creek Elementary School Littleton, CO 5.4
Fulton Academy of Excellence Aurora, CO 5.4
Lake County Intermediate School Leadville, CO 5.4
Riverdale Elementary School Thornton, CO 5.4
Rose Hill Elementary School Commerce City, CO 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lewis-palmer Elementary School

What grades does Lewis-palmer Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Lewis-palmer Elementary School?

Lewis-palmer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis-palmer Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lewis-palmer Elementary School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lewis-palmer Elementary School rank in CO?

Lewis-palmer Elementary School is ranked #1326 out of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Lewis-palmer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lewis-palmer Elementary School has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lewis-palmer Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lewis-palmer Elementary School has 54.1% math proficiency and 63.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lewis-palmer Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lewis-palmer Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lewis-palmer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewis-palmer Elementary School?

15.3% of students at Lewis-palmer 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

City Safety
High (2,000/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Monument). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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