Serving 314 students in grades 5-8, Bradford K8 North ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford K8 North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bradford K8 North's student population of 314 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bradford K8 North ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford K8 North is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
89%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford K8 North's ranking?
Bradford K8 North is ranked #298 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bradford K8 North?
314 students attend Bradford K8 North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bradford K8 North students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bradford K8 North?
Bradford K8 North has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bradford K8 North offer ?
Bradford K8 North offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Bradford K8 North part of?
Bradford K8 North is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Bradford K8 North located?
Bradford K8 North is located in the Valley Heirloom neighborhood of Littleton, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK- NO SCHOOL
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
SPRING BREAK- NO SCHOOL
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL- EARLY RELEASE
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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