Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ryan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ryan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ryan Elementary School's student population of 510 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
510 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Ryan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ryan Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#379 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
6%
3%

Hispanic
23%
36%

Black
1%
5%

White
65%
50%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Ryan Elementary School's ranking?
Ryan Elementary School is ranked #379 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Ryan Elementary School?
510 students attend Ryan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ryan Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ryan Elementary School?
Ryan Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ryan Elementary School offer ?
Ryan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ryan Elementary School part of?
Ryan Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Ryan Elementary School located?
Ryan Elementary School is located in the North Central Westminster neighborhood of Broomfield, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Central Westminster.
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