Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyffin 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 74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyffin 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
Kyffin Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kyffin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyffin Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#28 out of 1779 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Kyffin Elementary School's ranking?
Kyffin Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Kyffin Elementary School?
493 students attend Kyffin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Kyffin Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kyffin Elementary School?
Kyffin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kyffin Elementary School offer ?
Kyffin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kyffin Elementary School part of?
Kyffin Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Kyffin Elementary School located?
Kyffin Elementary School is located in the Sixth Ave West neighborhood of Golden, CO.
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