Serving 575 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dennison 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 91% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dennison 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
Dennison Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dennison Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dennison Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#3 out of 1779 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
68%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dennison Elementary School's ranking?
Dennison Elementary School is ranked #3 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Dennison Elementary School often compared to?
Dennison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Devinny Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Dennison Elementary School?
575 students attend Dennison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dennison Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dennison Elementary School?
Dennison Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dennison Elementary School offer ?
Dennison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dennison Elementary School part of?
Dennison Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Dennison Elementary School located?
Dennison Elementary School is located in the Creighton neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Creighton.
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