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#257 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 14% 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

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Denver

#41 of 222

public schools

Colorado elementary schools

#204 of 1,006

In district

#40 of 196

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

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School

William (Bill) Roberts ECE-8 School serves 851 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Denver, earning recognition as one of Colorado's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranking 164th out of 1,831 schools statewide, the school places in the 91st percentile for academic achievement across Colorado. The school demonstrates particularly strong academic performance, earning a 9.9 out of 10 academic score.

Students consistently excel in mathematics, with 77% achieving proficient or above levels across all grade levels. With 43 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.8 to 1. As a regular public school, William Roberts serves students in Denver's 80238 ZIP code area, a highly educated and affluent community where 76% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood reflects strong economic stability with a median household income of $157,706 and median home values of $748,500, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 4.4%. The school operates within Denver's large city setting, benefiting from the educational resources and opportunities available in Colorado's largest metropolitan area while serving a community that highly values academic achievement.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.94 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.8%
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.2%
Math vs. State Avg+45.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.3 pts
Overall Proficiency80%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+27.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,336

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 79.6%
School
State
37.4%
ELA Proficiency 78.6%
School
State
45.5%

Based on 19 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
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: 8.3/10.

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
8.0/10
86th percentile in CO
Academic
9.9/10
9.9/10
Growth
8.3/10
Above average
Environment
4.4/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers

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 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Swigert International School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH'S SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 6.2
DSST: Montview Middle School Denver 0.4 mi 5.8
DSST: Montview High School Denver 0.4 mi 7.3
Westerly Creek Elementary Denver 0.6 mi 8.7
Boston K-8 School Aurora 0.7 mi 3.8
Crawford Elementary School Aurora 0.7 mi 4.5
Ashley Elementary School Denver 0.8 mi 4.8
Rocky Mountain Prep: Fletcher Aurora 0.9 mi 6.5
Aurora Science & Tech Middle School Aurora 0.9 mi 8.1
Aurora West College Preparatory Academy Aurora 1.1 mi 3.2
Vanguard Classical School - West Denver 1.3 mi 6.2
New America School - Aurora Aurora 1.5 mi 5.8
ST ELIZABETH'S SCHOOL Denver 1.2 mi 6.8
Denver School of the Arts Denver 1.2 mi 7.6
Swigert International School Denver 1.4 mi 7.1
Fulton Academy of Excellence Aurora 1.5 mi 5.4
PADDINGTON STATION Denver 1.3 mi
Kenton Elementary School Aurora 1.5 mi 6.5
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School has a median household income of $166,191. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $806,400, with a median rent of $2,071/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Aspen Creek K-8 School Broomfield, CO 8.0
Belleview Elementary School Greenwood Village, CO 8.0
Denver Language School Denver, CO 8.0
Gunnison Elementary School Gunnison, CO 8.0
Mountain Phoenix Community School Wheatridge, CO 8.0
Rocky Mountain Prep Creekside Denver, CO 8.0

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 is ranked #257 out 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 composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, William (bill) Roberts Ece-8 School has 79.6% math proficiency and 78.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
High (5,773/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Denver). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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