Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Patterson International 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 50-54% (which is higher 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 54% 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-6
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Patterson International School's student population of 351 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patterson International 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 Patterson International School is 0.61, 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
#591 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
42%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Patterson International School's ranking?
Patterson International School is ranked #591 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Patterson International School?
351 students attend Patterson International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Patterson International School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson International School?
Patterson International School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Patterson International School offer ?
Patterson International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Patterson International School part of?
Patterson International School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Patterson International School located?
Patterson International School is located in the Kendrick Lake neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Kendrick Lake.
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