Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Haaff 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 75% 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: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haaff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Haaff Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Haaff 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 Haaff Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#762 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
68%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
25%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haaff Elementary School's ranking?
Haaff Elementary School is ranked #762 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Haaff Elementary School often compared to?
Haaff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Elementary School, Franklin School Of Innovation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Haaff Elementary School?
288 students attend Haaff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Haaff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Haaff Elementary School?
Haaff Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Haaff Elementary School offer ?
Haaff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Haaff Elementary School part of?
Haaff Elementary School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is Haaff Elementary School located?
Haaff Elementary School is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont.
School Calendar
View the Haaff 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 9/12/2012
I love this school. Yes, i go here. And its the best school any kid could ever go to and the teachers are sooo nice and i just love it here!
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