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#873 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 48% in state
Stevens Elementary School
Elementary School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1
4001 REED STREET, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#873 of 1,815
In Wheat Ridge
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#85 of 140
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Stevens Elementary School
Stevens Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wheat Ridge, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Stevens Elementary School serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Stevens Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #873 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Stevens Elementary School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Stevens Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
38% of students at Stevens Elementary School 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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Stevens Elementary School — Students at Stevens Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 7.1/10.
How Stevens Elementary School Compares
See how Stevens Elementary School 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
4001 REED STREET, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stevens Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Centennial A School for Expeditionary Learning (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheat Ridge, see our Wheat Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sobesky Academy Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC STEM SCHOOL Wheat Ridge | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| BETH EDEN BAPTIST SCHOOL Wheat Ridge | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Jefferson Junior/Senior High School Edgewater | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Lumberg Elementary School Edgewater | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Foster Dual Language PK-8 Arvada | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Slater Elementary School Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Edgewater Elementary School Edgewater | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Wheat Ridge High School Wheat Ridge | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Lawrence Elementary School Arvada | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SHRINE OF ST ANNE SCHOOL Arvada | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Everitt Middle School Wheat Ridge | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ARRUPE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Denver | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Peak Expeditionary - Pennington Wheat Ridge | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Arvada K-8 Arvada | 2.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley Denver | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| TENNYSON CENTER FOR CHILDREN AT CCH Denver | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Centennial A School for Expeditionary Learning Denver | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Edison Elementary School Denver | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Academy International Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 6.4 |
| Astravo Online Academy Elementary School Lakewood, CO | 6.4 |
| Ayres Elementary School Sterling, CO | 6.4 |
| Brush Creek Elementary School Eagle, CO | 6.4 |
| Bryant Webster Dual Language ECE-8 School Denver, CO | 6.4 |
| Cherokee Trail Elementary School Parker, CO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stevens Elementary School
What grades does Stevens Elementary School serve?
Stevens Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Stevens Elementary School?
Stevens Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stevens Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Stevens Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stevens Elementary School rank in CO?
Stevens Elementary School ranks #873 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Stevens Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Stevens Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Stevens Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stevens Elementary School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Stevens Elementary School a charter school?
No, Stevens Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stevens Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Stevens Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stevens Elementary School?
65.5% of students at Stevens 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 461
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (303) 982-2198
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
- #85 of 140
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