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#575 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 32% in state

Stober Elementary School

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

2300 URBAN STREET, Lakewood, CO 80215

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#575 of 1,815

In Lakewood

#10 of 43

public schools

In district

#58 of 140

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Stober Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Lakewood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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About Stober Elementary School

Stober Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakewood, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Stober Elementary School serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Stober Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #575 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Stober Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.3% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.1% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,483
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Stober Elementary School — Students at Stober Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 63.8% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
2025
Math
44.3%
ELA
59.2%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Stober Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
68th percentile in CO
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

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

2300 URBAN STREET, Lakewood, CO 80215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stober Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maple Grove Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Golden), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Prospect Valley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Wheat Ridge), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Prospect Valley Elementary School Wheat Ridge 1.0 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakewood 1.0 mi 6.4
Maple Grove Elementary School Golden 1.0 mi 8.2
Manning Options School Golden 1.1 mi 7.6
Welchester Elementary School Golden 1.5 mi 5.6
Eiber Elementary School Lakewood 1.7 mi 5.0
NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lakewood 2.0 mi
Wheat Ridge High School Wheat Ridge 1.7 mi 6.6
Everitt Middle School Wheat Ridge 1.9 mi 5.8
Compass Montessori - Wheat Ridge Charter School Wheat Ridge 2.1 mi 4.6
Lakewood High School Lakewood 2.1 mi 7.7
Mountain Phoenix Community School Wheatridge 2.4 mi 6.4
Slater Elementary School Lakewood 2.0 mi 4.5
Colorado Virtual Academy High School Lakewood 2.7 mi 5.6
Astravo Online Academy High School Lakewood 2.7 mi 5.4
Colorado Online High School Lakewood 2.7 mi 4.8
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School Lakewood 2.7 mi 6.1
Colorado Virtual Academy Lakewood 2.7 mi 6.2
Astravo Online Academy Elementary School Lakewood 2.7 mi 6.4
Astravo Online Academy Middle School Lakewood 2.7 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,017

Median Home Value

$615,500

Median Rent

$1,728/mo

Population

19,684

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

37.9

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Peak Expeditionary - Pennington Wheat Ridge, CO 7.3
Peyton Elementary School Peyton, CO 7.3
Pomona Elementary School Grand Junction, CO 7.3
Red Sandstone Elementary School Vail, CO 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stober Elementary School

What grades does Stober Elementary School serve?

Stober Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Stober Elementary School?

Stober Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Stober Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stober Elementary School rank in CO?

Stober Elementary School ranks #575 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Stober Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stober Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Stober Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stober Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stober Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Stober Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

36.1% of students at Stober 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
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

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

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