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Secrest Elementary School

Elementary School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1

6875 WEST 64TH AVENUE, Arvada, CO 80003

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#904 of 1,815

In Arvada

#18 of 32

public schools

In district

#87 of 140

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Secrest Elementary School

6.3/10

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

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About Secrest Elementary School

Secrest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Arvada, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Secrest Elementary School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Secrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #904 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Secrest Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.2% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.1% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-17.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.8 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,483
Chronic Absenteeism25.6%

Secrest Elementary School — Students at Secrest Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 44.5% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
22%
2025
Math
18.2%
ELA
32.8%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Secrest Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in CO
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.6%

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

6875 WEST 64TH AVENUE, Arvada, CO 80003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Secrest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Warder Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hackberry Hill Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Weber Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Arvada, see our Arvada schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Two Roads Charter School Arvada 0.6 mi 7.8
Swanson Elementary School Arvada 0.7 mi 4.0
Arvada High School Arvada 0.6 mi 3.8
North Arvada Middle School Arvada 1.0 mi 4.1
SHRINE OF ST ANNE SCHOOL Arvada 1.0 mi 5.7
Lawrence Elementary School Arvada 1.2 mi 5.7
Arvada K-8 Arvada 1.2 mi 2.6
Foster Dual Language PK-8 Arvada 1.4 mi 5.5
Hackberry Hill Elementary School Arvada 1.4 mi 7.5
Early College of Arvada Arvada 1.3 mi 5.2
Warder Elementary School Arvada 1.9 mi 7.6
Tennyson Knolls Preparatory School Arvada 1.6 mi 5.8
Westminster High School Westminster 1.7 mi 6.7
Harris Park Elementary School Westminster 1.9 mi 4.2
Prospect Academy Arvada 2.0 mi 3.8
Weber Elementary School Arvada 2.5 mi 5.9
Pomona High School Arvada 2.6 mi 5.5
Little Elementary School Arvada 2.8 mi 3.9
Sobesky Academy Lakewood 2.8 mi 6.7
Josephine Hodgkins Leadership Academy Denver 2.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,754

Median Home Value

$486,600

Median Rent

$1,729/mo

Population

35,381

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Secrest Elementary School

What grades does Secrest Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Secrest Elementary School?

Secrest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Secrest Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Secrest Elementary School rank in CO?

Secrest Elementary School ranks #904 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Secrest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Secrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Secrest Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Secrest Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Secrest Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Secrest Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

66.8% of students at Secrest 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.6%

District

Jefferson County School District No. R-1
District Enrollment
74,251
Schools in District
148
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,483
District Rank
#87 of 140

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