Serving 682 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brantner Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 48% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brantner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brantner Elementary School's student population of 682 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brantner Elementary School 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 Brantner Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#282 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
35%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brantner Elementary School's ranking?
Brantner Elementary School is ranked #282 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Brantner Elementary School often compared to?
Brantner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Brantner Elementary School?
682 students attend Brantner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Brantner Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brantner Elementary School?
Brantner Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brantner Elementary School offer ?
Brantner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brantner Elementary School part of?
Brantner Elementary School is part of School District 27j.
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