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#67 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 4% in state

Superior Elementary School

Elementary School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

1800 SOUTH INDIANA ST., Superior, CO 80027

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#67 of 1,815

In Superior

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#9 of 54

Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Superior Elementary School

Superior Elementary School is a public elementary school in Superior, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Superior Elementary School serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Superior Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Superior Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.8% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+45.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+38.1 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+24.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,172
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Superior Elementary School — Students at Superior Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 84.2% (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
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
77%
2025
Math
82.3%
ELA
83.2%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Superior Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
96th percentile in CO
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

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

1800 SOUTH INDIANA ST., Superior, CO 80027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Superior Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fireside Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Louisville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Eldorado K-8 School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kohl Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Broomfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Superior, see our Superior schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT THE FLATIRONS Superior 0.9 mi
Eldorado K-8 School Superior 1.2 mi 8.6
Monarch K-8 School Louisville 1.2 mi 7.6
Monarch High School Louisville 1.2 mi 8.2
Fireside Elementary School Louisville 2.2 mi 9.0
LOUISVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville 2.5 mi
Louisville Elementary School Louisville 2.7 mi 8.2
SUMMIT CLASSICAL ACADEMY Broomfield 2.3 mi 5.4
Coal Creek Elementary School Louisville 3.1 mi 8.0
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville 3.1 mi 7.2
Louisville Middle School Louisville 3.4 mi 8.2
Ryan Elementary School Lafayette 3.9 mi 7.6
Centaurus High School Lafayette 4.1 mi 8.3
TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville 4.4 mi
Douglass Elementary School Boulder 4.6 mi 8.1
ADVENTURE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lafayette 4.2 mi 4.7
Angevine Middle School Lafayette 4.5 mi 7.8
Kohl Elementary School Broomfield 4.0 mi 8.5
Wayne Carle Middle School Westminster 4.8 mi 5.7
Standley Lake High School Westminster 4.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,165

Median Home Value

$822,700

Median Rent

$2,234/mo

Population

33,998

College Educated

71.5%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Superior Elementary School

What grades does Superior Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Superior Elementary School?

Superior Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Superior Elementary School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Superior Elementary School rank in CO?

Superior Elementary School ranks #67 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Superior Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Superior Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Superior Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Superior Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Superior Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Superior Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

7.7% of students at Superior 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
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

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