Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ponderosa 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 18% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponderosa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ponderosa Elementary School's student population of 517 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1336 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
37%
35%
Black
25%
5%
White
20%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponderosa Elementary School's ranking?
Ponderosa Elementary School is ranked #1336 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Ponderosa Elementary School often compared to?
Ponderosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Village East Community Elementary School, Eastridge Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Ponderosa Elementary School?
517 students attend Ponderosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ponderosa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponderosa Elementary School?
Ponderosa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ponderosa Elementary School offer ?
Ponderosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ponderosa Elementary School part of?
Ponderosa Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Ponderosa Elementary School located?
Ponderosa Elementary School is located in the Village East neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Village East.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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