Very Good
#635 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 35% in state
Trailside Academy
Elementary School · Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St
2300 WEST 67TH PL., Denver, CO 80221
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#635 of 1,815
In Denver
#91 of 222
public schools
In district
#2 of 18
Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Trailside Academy
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About Trailside Academy
Trailside Academy is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St. Trailside Academy serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Trailside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #635 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Trailside Academy show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 4.7
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Trailside Academy 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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Trailside Academy — Students at Trailside Academy score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Trailside Academy Compares
See how Trailside Academy 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
2300 WEST 67TH PL., Denver, CO 80221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trailside Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colorado STEM Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westminster Academy for International Studies (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sherrelwood Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Early Learning Center at Francis M. Day Denver | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Orchard Park Academy Denver | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Colorado Sports Leadership Academy Denver | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Josephine Hodgkins Leadership Academy Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Valley View Innovation School Denver | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Westminster Academy for International Studies Westminster | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Colorado STEM Academy Westminster | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Fairview PK-8 Denver | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Hidden Lake Secondary Westminster | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Metropolitan Arts Academy Denver | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Sherrelwood Elementary School Denver | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Early Learning Center at Gregory Hill Westminster | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| GUARDIAN ANGELS Denver | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Adventure Elementary Denver | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Westminster High School Westminster | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| FACE SCHOOL Westminster | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Mapleton Online Denver | 1.7 mi | — |
| Global Leadership Academy Denver | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Global Intermediate Academy Denver | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Global Primary Academy Denver | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,425
Median Home Value
$449,700
Median Rent
$1,642/mo
Population
40,938
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
34.7
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| AVE MARIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Parker, CO | 7.1 |
| Excel Academy Charter School Arvada, CO | 7.1 |
| Firestone Charter Academy Firestone, CO | 7.1 |
| Freedom Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 7.1 |
| Hutchinson Elementary School Lakewood, CO | 7.1 |
| KIPP Northeast Elementary Denver, CO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trailside Academy
What grades does Trailside Academy serve?
Trailside Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Trailside Academy?
Trailside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trailside Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Trailside Academy is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trailside Academy rank in CO?
Trailside Academy ranks #635 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Trailside Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Trailside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Trailside Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trailside Academy has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Trailside Academy a charter school?
No, Trailside Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Trailside Academy a Title I school?
No, Trailside Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trailside Academy?
64.7% of students at Trailside Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Adams County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (303) 853-1000
Resources & Links
District
Mapleton School District No. 1 in the county of Adams & St- District Enrollment
- 7,016
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,482
- District Rank
- #2 of 18
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