Serving 328 students in grades 1-5, Polaris Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polaris 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
Polaris Elementary School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polaris Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polaris Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1 out of 1779 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
3%
5%
White
63%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polaris Elementary School's ranking?
Polaris Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Polaris Elementary School?
328 students attend Polaris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Polaris Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polaris Elementary School?
Polaris Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Polaris Elementary School offer ?
Polaris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Polaris Elementary School part of?
Polaris Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Polaris Elementary School located?
Polaris Elementary School is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Five Points.
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