Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Devinny Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Devinny 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
Devinny Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Devinny Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Devinny Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#34 out of 1734 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
n/a
4%
White
79%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Devinny Elementary School's ranking?
Devinny Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Devinny Elementary School often compared to?
Devinny Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dennison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Devinny Elementary School?
466 students attend Devinny Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Devinny Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Devinny Elementary School?
Devinny Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Devinny Elementary School offer ?
Devinny Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Devinny Elementary School part of?
Devinny Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Devinny Elementary School located?
Devinny Elementary School is located in the Green Mountain neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Green Mountain.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School Early Release
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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