Excellent
#256 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 14% in state
Steele Elementary School
Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
320 SOUTH MARION PARKWAY, Denver, CO 80209
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Denver
#40 of 222
public schools
Colorado elementary schools
#203 of 1,006
In district
#39 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Equity
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Steele Elementary School
Steele Elementary School serves 444 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Denver's affluent 80209 neighborhood. With a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1 and 25 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides solid classroom support for its elementary learners. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.8 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #106 out of 1,831 Colorado elementary schools, placing it in the 94th percentile statewide.
Steele's impressive 9.8 out of 10 academic score reflects consistently high achievement, with 70% of students scoring proficient or above in mathematics across grade levels. The school draws from a highly educated community where 80% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $106,880. This affluent neighborhood, with median home values of $875,500 and a low poverty rate of 7.4%, provides a stable foundation for student learning.
Located at 320 South Marion Parkway, Steele Elementary sits in one of Denver's well-established residential areas, serving families in a community that strongly values education and maintains the resources to support academic excellence.
Score Breakdown
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Steele Elementary School — Students at Steele Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 13 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: 7.6/10.
How Steele Elementary School Compares
See how Steele Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 72% (2019) to 78.8% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 76% (2019) to 75.23% (2025).
Location
320 SOUTH MARION PARKWAY, Denver, CO 80209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steele Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmon (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Denver | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| DSST: Cedar Middle School Denver | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| DSST: Cedar High School Denver | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON PARK Denver | 0.7 mi | — |
| South High School Denver | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Bromwell Elementary School Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Dora Moore ECE-8 School Denver | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| McKinley-Thatcher Elementary School Denver | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| CHILDRENS GARDEN MONTESSORI Denver | 1.3 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Denver Justice High School Denver | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Stephen Knight Center for Early Education Denver | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Contemporary Learning Academy Denver | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| SOPHIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Denver | 1.5 mi | — |
| Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmon Denver | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Grant Beacon Middle School Denver | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,759
Median Home Value
$971,500
Median Rent
$1,981/mo
Population
26,794
College Educated
80.1%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Steele Elementary School has a median household income of $118,759. It is a well-educated community where 80% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $971,500, with a median rent of $1,981/month. The local poverty rate of 7.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspen Elementary School Aspen, CO | 8.0 |
| Belleview Elementary School Greenwood Village, CO | 8.0 |
| Cherry Hills Village Elementary School Cherry Hills Village, CO | 8.0 |
| Coyote Ridge Elementary School Broomfield, CO | 8.0 |
| Frontier Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 8.0 |
| Gunnison Elementary School Gunnison, CO | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steele Elementary School
What grades does Steele Elementary School serve?
Steele Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Steele Elementary School?
Steele Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steele Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Steele Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Steele Elementary School rank in CO?
Steele Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Steele Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Steele Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Steele Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Steele Elementary School has 76.3% math proficiency and 75.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Steele Elementary School a charter school?
No, Steele Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steele Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Steele Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steele Elementary School?
15.5% of students at Steele 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 70 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 37 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 86 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (5,773/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Phone
- (720) 424-3720
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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
- #39 of 196
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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