Meiklejohn Elementary

Meiklejohn Elementary serves 518 students in grades PK through 5 in Arvada's thriving suburban community. With 28 full-time teachers maintaining an 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio, the school provides a well-supported learning environment that has earned recognition as one of Colorado's top-performing elementary schools. The school ranks #299 out of 1,831 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 84th percentile with a strong MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10.

Meiklejohn's academic excellence shines particularly bright with an impressive 9.2 academic score, reflecting the school's commitment to educational achievement. In mathematics, 57% of students demonstrate proficiency or above across all grade levels, indicating solid foundational skills development. The school draws families from an educated and economically stable community, where 55% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $132,493.

With a notably low poverty rate of just 3.1% and median home values around $589,500, the neighborhood reflects the priorities of families who value educational investment. Meiklejohn Elementary operates within Jefferson County's large suburban setting, offering students the benefits of a well-resourced school district while maintaining the close-knit community feel that makes elementary education so foundational to children's academic journey.