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#1681 of 1,815 schools in CO
Mcauliffe Elementary
Elementary School · Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
830 HATHAWAY DRIVE, Colorado Springs, CO 80915
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,681 of 1,815
In Colorado Springs
#170 of 180
public schools
In district
#53 of 57
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
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About Mcauliffe Elementary
Mcauliffe Elementary is a public elementary school in Colorado Springs, CO, part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E. Mcauliffe Elementary serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcauliffe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,681 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Mcauliffe Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Mcauliffe Elementary 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
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Mcauliffe Elementary — Students at Mcauliffe Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.5/10.
How Mcauliffe Elementary Compares
See how Mcauliffe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
830 HATHAWAY DRIVE, Colorado Springs, CO 80915
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcauliffe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain View Academy (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Falcon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Remington Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sand Creek International School (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Military Academy Colorado Springs | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Horizon Middle School Colorado Springs | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Evans Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| SPRINGS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Colorado Springs | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Henry Elementary School Colorado Springs | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Springs Studio for Academic Excellence Colorado Springs | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Pikes Peak Early College Colorado Springs | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Power Technical Colorado Springs | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Remington Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Sand Creek International School Colorado Springs | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Wilson Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Wildflower Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Mountain View Academy Falcon | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy Colorado Springs | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Roosevelt Charter Academy Colorado Springs | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Thomas MacLaren State Charter School Colorado Springs | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Mitchell High School Colorado Springs | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Sand Creek High School Colorado Springs | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Madison Elementary School Colorado Springs | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| James Irwin Charter High School Colorado Springs | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,761
Median Home Value
$328,200
Median Rent
$1,424/mo
Population
23,570
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aragon Elementary School Fountain, CO | 3.7 |
| Belmont Elementary School Pueblo, CO | 3.7 |
| Cactus Valley Elementary School Silt, CO | 3.7 |
| Colorado Springs Charter Academy Colorado Springs, CO | 3.7 |
| Johnson Elementary School Montrose, CO | 3.7 |
| Mesa Elementary School Cortez, CO | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcauliffe Elementary
What grades does Mcauliffe Elementary serve?
Mcauliffe Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mcauliffe Elementary?
Mcauliffe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcauliffe Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcauliffe Elementary is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcauliffe Elementary rank in CO?
Mcauliffe Elementary ranks #1,681 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Mcauliffe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcauliffe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Mcauliffe Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcauliffe Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mcauliffe Elementary a charter school?
No, Mcauliffe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcauliffe Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mcauliffe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcauliffe Elementary?
47.8% of students at Mcauliffe Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (719) 228-0900
Resources & Links
District
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E- District Enrollment
- 22,740
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,835
- District Rank
- #53 of 57
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