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#255 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 14% in state

Maple Grove Elementary School

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

3085 ALKIRE STREET, Golden, CO 80401

Enrollment

379

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#255 of 1,815

In Golden

#6 of 16

public schools

In district

#20 of 140

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Maple Grove Elementary School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Golden · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Manning Options School

7.6/10

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7.3/10

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About Maple Grove Elementary School

Maple Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Golden, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Maple Grove Elementary School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Maple Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Maple Grove Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.1% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+29.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.2 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,483
Chronic Absenteeism8.4%

Maple Grove Elementary School — Students at Maple Grove Elementary School score 66% 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%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (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
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
57%
2025
Math
65.6%
ELA
65.9%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Maple Grove Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in CO
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

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

3085 ALKIRE STREET, Golden, CO 80401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maple Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kyffin Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fairmount Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Prospect Valley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wheat Ridge), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Golden, see our Golden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Manning Options School Golden 0.1 mi 7.6
Stober Elementary School Lakewood 1.0 mi 7.3
Prospect Valley Elementary School Wheat Ridge 1.4 mi 8.1
Welchester Elementary School Golden 1.9 mi 5.6
Drake Junior High School Arvada 2.2 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakewood 1.9 mi 6.4
NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lakewood 2.4 mi
Compass Montessori - Wheat Ridge Charter School Wheat Ridge 2.3 mi 4.6
CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI Golden 2.4 mi
Free Horizon Montessori Golden 2.5 mi 5.5
Mountain Phoenix Community School Wheatridge 2.4 mi 6.4
Kyffin Elementary School Golden 2.8 mi 9.0
Fairmount Elementary School Golden 2.6 mi 8.6
Everitt Middle School Wheat Ridge 2.3 mi 5.8
ST JOAN OF ARC EARLY LEARNING CENTER Arvada 3.0 mi 8.1
Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School Golden 2.5 mi 5.5
McLain Community High School Lakewood 3.1 mi 3.1
Warren Tech Lakewood 3.1 mi
Wheat Ridge High School Wheat Ridge 2.4 mi 6.6
Longview High School Lakewood 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,444

Median Home Value

$748,800

Median Rent

$1,868/mo

Population

43,429

College Educated

56.9%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

38.6

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Louisville Elementary School Louisville, CO 8.2
Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest Denver, CO 8.2
Runyon Elementary School Littleton, CO 8.2
Strawberry Park Elementary School Steamboat Springs, CO 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maple Grove Elementary School

What grades does Maple Grove Elementary School serve?

Maple Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Maple Grove Elementary School?

Maple Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maple Grove Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maple Grove Elementary School rank in CO?

Maple Grove Elementary School ranks #255 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Maple Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maple Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Maple Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maple Grove Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maple Grove Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Maple Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

15.0% of students at Maple Grove 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

District

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

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