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Maplewood Elementary School

Elementary School · GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta

1201 21ST AVENUE, Greeley, CO 80631

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,236 of 1,815

In Greeley

#14 of 29

public schools

In district

#16 of 33

GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Maplewood Elementary School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Greeley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Maplewood Elementary School

Maplewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greeley, CO, part of GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta. Maplewood Elementary School serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Maplewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,236 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Maplewood Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Maplewood Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

49% of students at Maplewood 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.6% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30.3 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,549
Chronic Absenteeism48.5%

Maplewood Elementary School — Students at Maplewood Elementary School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
39.3% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 31 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
13%
2025
Math
10.1%
ELA
14.4%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Maplewood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
32th percentile in CO
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

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

1201 21ST AVENUE, Greeley, CO 80631

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maplewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fred Tjardes School of Innovation (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Union Colony Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Evans), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greeley, see our Greeley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Heath Middle School Greeley 0.4 mi 4.2
Greeley Central High School Greeley 0.6 mi 6.1
James Madison STEAM Academy Greeley 0.7 mi 4.4
Fred Tjardes School of Innovation Greeley 0.7 mi 6.2
Martinez Elementary School Greeley 0.8 mi 5.1
District 6 Online Academy Greeley 0.9 mi 3.6
Scott Elementary School Greeley 0.9 mi 3.3
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greeley 1.3 mi 6.8
Franklin Middle School Greeley 1.2 mi 6.4
Jackson Elementary School Greeley 1.7 mi 5.3
Meeker Elementary School Greeley 1.6 mi 4.0
Brentwood Middle School Greeley 1.7 mi 5.2
Jefferson Junior/Senior High Greeley 1.5 mi 5.0
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greeley 1.7 mi 7.1
Greeley West High School Greeley 1.8 mi 6.4
Platte Valley Youth Services Center Greeley 2.2 mi
Frontier Charter Academy Greeley 2.1 mi 5.7
Union Colony Elementary School Evans 2.2 mi 6.1
Shawsheen Elementary School Greeley 1.9 mi 3.0
Dos Rios Elementary School Evans 2.6 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,470

Median Home Value

$300,400

Median Rent

$1,209/mo

Population

53,920

College Educated

18.2%

Homeownership

46.6%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

22.4%

Median Age

28.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maplewood Elementary School

What grades does Maplewood Elementary School serve?

Maplewood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Maplewood Elementary School?

Maplewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Maplewood Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maplewood Elementary School rank in CO?

Maplewood Elementary School ranks #1,236 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Maplewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maplewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Maplewood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maplewood Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Maplewood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Maplewood Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

85.5% of students at Maplewood 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Weld County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

District

GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta
District Enrollment
22,505
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,549
District Rank
#16 of 33

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