Peetz Elementary School

Peetz Elementary School serves 113 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Peetz, Colorado. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — built on an academic score of 8.0 and a standout growth score of 9.8. That growth figure is among the highest in the state, reflecting consistent, measurable year-over-year gains rather than a single strong test cycle.

The school's statewide standing is striking for a small-town public school. Peetz Elementary ranks 13th out of 1,006 elementary schools in Colorado and 18th among all 1,815 public schools statewide — outperforming 99% of the state. It is the top-ranked school in Peetz.

With 113 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16.1 to 1, classrooms stay manageable. That ratio supports the kind of daily instruction that likely drives those growth numbers. As a regular public school, Peetz Elementary's results reflect what the school is doing with every student, not a selective admissions advantage.

Parents comparing elementary options across Colorado will find few schools that match this performance profile at any enrollment size.

With an enrollment of 113 students, Peetz Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Peetz Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.