Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sierra Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra 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
Sierra Elementary School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#143 out of 1779 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
Sierra Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Sierra Elementary School often compared to?
Sierra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meiklejohn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Sierra Elementary School?
486 students attend Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sierra Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Elementary School?
Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sierra Elementary School offer ?
Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sierra Elementary School part of?
Sierra Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Elementary School located?
Sierra Elementary School is located in the Oak Park neighborhood of Arvada, CO.
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