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Munroe Elementary School

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

3440 WEST VIRGINIA AVENUE, Denver, CO 80219

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,683 of 1,815

In Denver

#211 of 222

public schools

In district

#190 of 196

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

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Munroe Elementary School

3.7/10

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

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About Munroe Elementary School

Munroe 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. Munroe Elementary School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Munroe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,683 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Munroe Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at Munroe 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 Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6.3% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency4.6% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-29.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-40.3 pts
Overall Proficiency5% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism55.5%

Munroe Elementary School — Students at Munroe Elementary School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.3% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 30 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
74%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
2025
Math
9.3%
ELA
4.6%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Munroe Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in CO
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.5%

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

3440 WEST VIRGINIA AVENUE, Denver, CO 80219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Munroe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valverde Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles M. Schenck (CMS) Community School (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP Sunshine Peak Elementary Denver 0.2 mi 5.9
Castro Elementary School Denver 0.4 mi 5.4
Kepner Beacon Middle School Denver 0.5 mi 6.8
Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest Denver 0.5 mi 8.2
Pascual Ledoux Academy Denver 0.7 mi 5.6
Barnum Elementary School Denver 0.7 mi 4.4
Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood Denver 0.8 mi 4.8
Rocky Mountain Prep SMART Denver 0.8 mi 7.0
Knapp Elementary School Denver 0.8 mi 6.5
Charles M. Schenck (CMS) Community School Denver 1.0 mi 6.7
Florence Crittenton High School Denver 1.0 mi 4.5
Goldrick Elementary School Denver 1.1 mi 6.1
KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy Denver 1.0 mi 5.1
ESCUELA DE GUADALUPE Denver 1.4 mi 5.6
Denver Online Denver 1.1 mi 4.8
KIPP Denver Collegiate High School Denver 1.1 mi 7.9
Valverde Elementary School Denver 1.1 mi 7.0
Newlon Elementary School Denver 1.3 mi 5.5
Brady Exploration School Lakewood 1.3 mi 3.5
Eagleton Elementary School Denver 1.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,325

Median Home Value

$426,200

Median Rent

$1,464/mo

Population

60,095

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

34.3

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Mesa Elementary School Cortez, CO 3.7
Red Hill Elementary School Gypsum, CO 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Munroe Elementary School

What grades does Munroe Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Munroe Elementary School?

Munroe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Munroe Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Munroe Elementary School rank in CO?

Munroe Elementary School ranks #1,683 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Munroe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Munroe Elementary School 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 Munroe Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Munroe Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Munroe Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Munroe Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

93.3% of students at Munroe 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
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.5%

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