Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Godsman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Godsman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Godsman Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Godsman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Godsman Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1176 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
87%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Godsman Elementary School's ranking?
Godsman Elementary School is ranked #1176 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Godsman Elementary School often compared to?
Godsman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goldrick Elementary School, Valverde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Godsman Elementary School?
309 students attend Godsman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Godsman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Godsman Elementary School?
Godsman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Godsman Elementary School offer ?
Godsman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Godsman Elementary School part of?
Godsman Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Godsman Elementary School located?
Godsman Elementary School is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 24 other public schools located in West.
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