Very Good
#494 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 27% in state
Oakland Elementary
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
4580 DEARBORN STREET, Denver, CO 80239
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#494 of 1,815
In Denver
#78 of 222
public schools
In district
#74 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Oakland Elementary
Oakland Elementary is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Oakland Elementary serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #494 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Oakland Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Oakland Elementary 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.
46% of students at Oakland 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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Oakland Elementary — Students at Oakland Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Oakland Elementary Compares
See how Oakland 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
4580 DEARBORN STREET, Denver, CO 80239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores slightly higher. Another option is COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Aurora), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Escalante-Biggs Academy (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maxwell Elementary School Denver | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Marie L. Greenwood Academy Denver | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Montbello High School Denver | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Escalante-Biggs Academy Denver | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Farrell B. Howell ECE-8 School Denver | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Barney Ford Elementary School Denver | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| McGlone Academy Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Noel Denver | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Montbello Middle School Denver | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Lena Archuleta Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Montbello Career and Technical High School Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Park Lane Elementary School Aurora | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| John H. Amesse Elementary Denver | 1.6 mi | 2.6 |
| Monarch Montessori Denver | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Academy 360 Denver | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Aurora Science & Tech High School Aurora | 2.0 mi | — |
| COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Northeast Early College Denver | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Altura Elementary School Aurora | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,661
Median Home Value
$394,500
Median Rent
$1,903/mo
Population
44,077
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
58.9%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Canon Exploratory School Canon City, CO | 7.5 |
| Columbine Elementary School Denver, CO | 7.5 |
| Doull Elementary School Denver, CO | 7.5 |
| Dutch Creek Elementary School Littleton, CO | 7.5 |
| Escalante-Biggs Academy Denver, CO | 7.5 |
| Indian Peaks Elementary School Longmont, CO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakland Elementary
What grades does Oakland Elementary serve?
Oakland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oakland Elementary?
Oakland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakland Elementary rank in CO?
Oakland Elementary ranks #494 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Oakland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Oakland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
Is Oakland Elementary a charter school?
No, Oakland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oakland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakland Elementary?
81.1% of students at Oakland 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
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (720) 424-5070
Resources & Links
District
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C- District Enrollment
- 88,258
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,206
- District Rank
- #74 of 196
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