Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marrama 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 17% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marrama Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marrama Elementary School's student population of 476 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marrama 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 Marrama Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1451 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
50%
35%
Black
20%
5%
White
7%
51%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Marrama Elementary School's ranking?
Marrama Elementary School is ranked #1451 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Marrama Elementary School often compared to?
Marrama Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Marrama Elementary School?
476 students attend Marrama Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Marrama Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marrama Elementary School?
Marrama Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marrama Elementary School offer ?
Marrama Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marrama Elementary School part of?
Marrama Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Marrama Elementary School located?
Marrama Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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