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Very Good

#445 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 25% in state

Ryan Elementary School

Elementary School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

1405 CENTAUR VILLAGE DRIVE, Lafayette, CO 80026

Enrollment

458

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#445 of 1,815

In Lafayette

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#41 of 54

Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Ryan Elementary School

7.6/10

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

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8.3/10

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About Ryan Elementary School

Ryan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lafayette, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Ryan Elementary School serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Ryan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Ryan Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.1
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.3% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+11.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,172
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Ryan Elementary School — Students at Ryan Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
44%
2025
Math
47.1%
ELA
49.9%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Ryan Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in CO
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

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

1405 CENTAUR VILLAGE DRIVE, Lafayette, CO 80026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ryan Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowlark School (rated 9.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Erie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fireside Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Louisville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lafayette Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Centaurus High School Lafayette 0.4 mi 8.3
Angevine Middle School Lafayette 0.7 mi 7.8
ADVENTURE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lafayette 1.1 mi 4.7
Lafayette Elementary School Lafayette 1.4 mi 8.3
Louisville Middle School Louisville 1.2 mi 8.2
TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville 1.5 mi
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville 1.4 mi 7.2
Alicia Sanchez International School Lafayette 1.5 mi 6.3
Louisville Elementary School Louisville 1.5 mi 8.2
Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School Lafayette 1.8 mi 8.1
Justice High Charter School Lafayette 1.6 mi 5.4
Peak to Peak Charter School Lafayette 1.8 mi 8.5
LOUISVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville 2.1 mi
Monarch High School Louisville 2.6 mi 8.2
Monarch K-8 School Louisville 2.7 mi 7.6
Coal Creek Elementary School Louisville 2.5 mi 8.0
Fireside Elementary School Louisville 2.6 mi 9.0
Broomfield Heights Middle School Broomfield 3.4 mi 7.8
SUMMIT CLASSICAL ACADEMY Broomfield 3.8 mi 5.4
Meadowlark School Erie 3.9 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,031

Median Home Value

$664,000

Median Rent

$2,054/mo

Population

32,549

College Educated

66.2%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

40.2

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La Junta Primary School La Junta, CO 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ryan Elementary School

What grades does Ryan Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Ryan Elementary School?

Ryan Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ryan Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ryan Elementary School rank in CO?

Ryan Elementary School ranks #445 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Ryan Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ryan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Ryan Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ryan Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ryan Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ryan Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

31.4% of students at Ryan 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

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