Very Good
#574 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 32% in state
Peak Expeditionary - Pennington
Elementary School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1
4617 INDEPENDENCE STREET, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#574 of 1,815
In Wheat Ridge
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#57 of 140
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Peak Expeditionary - Pennington
Elementary School in Wheat Ridge · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peak Expeditionary - Pennington
Peak Expeditionary - Pennington is a public elementary school in Wheat Ridge, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Peak Expeditionary - Pennington serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Peak Expeditionary - Pennington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #574 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Peak Expeditionary - Pennington show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Peak Expeditionary - Pennington 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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Peak Expeditionary - Pennington — Students at Peak Expeditionary - Pennington score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
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: 8.3/10.
How Peak Expeditionary - Pennington Compares
See how Peak Expeditionary - Pennington 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
4617 INDEPENDENCE STREET, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peak Expeditionary - Pennington may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prospect Valley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Stober Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Vanderhoof Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Arvada), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wheat Ridge, see our Wheat Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Compass Montessori - Wheat Ridge Charter School Wheat Ridge | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Mountain Phoenix Community School Wheatridge | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Everitt Middle School Wheat Ridge | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Wheat Ridge High School Wheat Ridge | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Prospect Academy Arvada | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Prospect Valley Elementary School Wheat Ridge | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Arvada K-8 Arvada | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Lawrence Elementary School Arvada | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Vanderhoof Elementary School Arvada | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Slater Elementary School Lakewood | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Stevens Elementary School Wheat Ridge | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Sobesky Academy Lakewood | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Foster Dual Language PK-8 Arvada | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SHRINE OF ST ANNE SCHOOL Arvada | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakewood | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Drake Junior High School Arvada | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Arvada West High School Arvada | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC STEM SCHOOL Wheat Ridge | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BETH EDEN BAPTIST SCHOOL Wheat Ridge | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Stober Elementary School Lakewood | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,719
Median Home Value
$568,900
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
26,841
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beattie Elementary School Fort Collins, CO | 7.3 |
| Buena Vista Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 7.3 |
| Gilpin County Elementary School Black Hawk, CO | 7.3 |
| Peyton Elementary School Peyton, CO | 7.3 |
| Pomona Elementary School Grand Junction, CO | 7.3 |
| Red Sandstone Elementary School Vail, CO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peak Expeditionary - Pennington
What grades does Peak Expeditionary - Pennington serve?
Peak Expeditionary - Pennington serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Peak Expeditionary - Pennington?
Peak Expeditionary - Pennington has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peak Expeditionary - Pennington?
The student-teacher ratio at Peak Expeditionary - Pennington 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 Peak Expeditionary - Pennington rank in CO?
Peak Expeditionary - Pennington ranks #574 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Peak Expeditionary - Pennington's MySchoolScout rating?
Peak Expeditionary - Pennington has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Peak Expeditionary - Pennington?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peak Expeditionary - Pennington has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Peak Expeditionary - Pennington a charter school?
No, Peak Expeditionary - Pennington is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peak Expeditionary - Pennington a Title I school?
No, Peak Expeditionary - Pennington is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peak Expeditionary - Pennington?
40.9% of students at Peak Expeditionary - Pennington 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 296
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (303) 982-2083
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County School District No. R-1- District Enrollment
- 74,251
- Schools in District
- 148
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,483
- District Rank
- #57 of 140
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