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#53 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 3% in state

William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School

Elementary School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

2100 AKRON WAY, Denver, CO 80238

Enrollment

851

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#53 of 1,815

In Denver

#21 of 222

public schools

In district

#20 of 196

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School

9.0/10

Elementary School in Denver · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School

William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School is a public elementary school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School serves approximately 851 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.8% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.2% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+45.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.3 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+27.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School — Students at William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 41 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
77%
2025
Math
82.1%
ELA
78.3%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School Compares

See how William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in CO
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

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

2100 AKRON WAY, Denver, CO 80238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westerly Creek Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Swigert International School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rocky Mountain Prep: Fletcher (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Aurora), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Early Learning Center at New Legacy Charter School Aurora 0.4 mi
New Legacy Charter School Aurora 0.4 mi 4.5
DSST: Montview Middle School Denver 0.4 mi 6.4
DSST: Montview High School Denver 0.4 mi 8.6
Westerly Creek Elementary Denver 0.6 mi 9.4
Boston K-8 School Aurora 0.7 mi 4.0
Crawford Elementary School Aurora 0.7 mi 5.3
Ashley Elementary School Denver 0.8 mi 3.6
Rocky Mountain Prep: Fletcher Aurora 0.9 mi 8.3
Aurora Science & Tech Middle School Aurora 0.9 mi 8.0
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy Aurora 1.1 mi 4.4
Vanguard Classical School - West Denver 1.3 mi 5.2
New America School - Aurora Aurora 1.5 mi 4.5
ST ELIZABETH'S SCHOOL Denver 1.2 mi 6.8
Denver School of the Arts Denver 1.2 mi 8.8
Swigert International School Denver 1.4 mi 9.1
Fulton Academy of Excellence Aurora 1.5 mi 4.9
PADDINGTON STATION Denver 1.3 mi
Kenton Elementary School Aurora 1.5 mi 5.3
BISHOP MACHEBEUF HIGH SCHOOL Denver 1.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,191

Median Home Value

$806,400

Median Rent

$2,071/mo

Population

29,448

College Educated

77.3%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School

What grades does William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School serve?

William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School?

William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 851 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School rank in CO?

William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School ranks #53 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School a charter school?

No, William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School a Title I school?

No, William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School?

19.0% of students at William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 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
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

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