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Marrama Elementary School

Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

19100 EAST 40TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80249

Enrollment

506

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,631 of 1,815

In Denver

#208 of 222

public schools

In district

#187 of 196

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

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Marrama Elementary School

3.9/10

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

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5.1/10

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About Marrama Elementary School

Marrama Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Marrama Elementary School serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Marrama Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,631 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Marrama Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Marrama 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 Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.7% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.4% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.4 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism47.8%

Marrama Elementary School — Students at Marrama Elementary School score 15% 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

87.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 33.9% (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
77%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
2025
Math
12.8%
ELA
16.7%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Marrama Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
10th percentile in CO
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.8%

Location

19100 EAST 40TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80249

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marrama Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highline Academy Northeast (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Northeast Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lena Archuleta Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College Denver 0.6 mi 5.1
Omar D Blair Charter School Denver 1.0 mi 4.2
Sandra Todd-Williams Academy Denver 1.0 mi 5.6
Green Valley Elementary School Denver 0.9 mi 5.3
KIPP Northeast Elementary Denver 0.9 mi 7.1
KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School Denver 0.9 mi 8.0
SOAR at Green Valley Ranch Denver 1.2 mi 6.6
Rocky Mountain Prep Green Valley Ranch Denver 1.2 mi 6.4
DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School Denver 1.2 mi 7.9
KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy Denver 1.3 mi 6.8
Rocky Mountain Prep RISE Denver 1.3 mi 5.4
Vista Academy Denver 1.2 mi 5.0
DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School Denver 1.2 mi 8.8
Highline Academy Northeast Denver 1.6 mi 7.8
Clyde Miller K-8 Aurora 1.9 mi 5.1
Montbello Career and Technical High School Denver 1.7 mi 6.0
Florida Pitt-Waller ECE-8 School Denver 1.9 mi 4.5
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel Denver 2.2 mi 5.2
Montbello Middle School Denver 2.2 mi 3.2
Lena Archuleta Elementary School Denver 2.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,457

Median Home Value

$457,500

Median Rent

$2,083/mo

Population

41,209

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

75.8%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

31.5

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Leroy Elementary Northglenn, CO 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marrama Elementary School

What grades does Marrama Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Marrama Elementary School?

Marrama Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Marrama 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 Marrama Elementary School rank in CO?

Marrama Elementary School ranks #1,631 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Marrama Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marrama Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Marrama Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marrama Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marrama Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Marrama Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

87.2% of students at Marrama 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
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.8%

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