Serving 330 students in grades 1-5, Polaris Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polaris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Polaris Elementary School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polaris Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polaris Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 1734 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
3%
4%
White
66%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polaris Elementary School's ranking?
Polaris Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Polaris Elementary School?
330 students attend Polaris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Polaris Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polaris Elementary School?
Polaris Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Polaris Elementary School offer ?
Polaris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Polaris Elementary School part of?
Polaris Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Polaris Elementary School located?
Polaris Elementary School is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Five Points.
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