Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Goodnight Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodnight Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Goodnight Elementary School's student population of 587 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goodnight Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodnight Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#864 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
62%
35%
Black
4%
5%
White
30%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodnight Elementary School's ranking?
Goodnight Elementary School is ranked #864 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Goodnight Elementary School?
587 students attend Goodnight Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Goodnight Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goodnight Elementary School?
Goodnight Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Goodnight Elementary School offer ?
Goodnight Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Goodnight Elementary School part of?
Goodnight Elementary School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Goodnight Elementary School located?
Goodnight Elementary School is located in the Sunnyheights neighborhood of Pueblo, CO.
School Calendar
View the Goodnight Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 2/21/2019
Goodnight school educated two of our children, both who have successfully completed college. Parent partnerships and excellent teachers help our children succeed in both school and in life. Grateful for all of the innovation and creativity this school has brought to our great city..
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