Serving 752 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Slavens K-8 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 80% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slavens K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Slavens K-8 School's student population of 752 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Slavens K-8 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 Slavens K-8 School is 0.42, 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
#9 out of 1779 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
35%
Black
4%
5%
White
75%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Slavens K-8 School's ranking?
Slavens K-8 School is ranked #9 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Slavens K-8 School often compared to?
Slavens K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Slavens K-8 School?
752 students attend Slavens K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Slavens K-8 School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Slavens K-8 School?
Slavens K-8 School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Slavens K-8 School offer ?
Slavens K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Slavens K-8 School part of?
Slavens K-8 School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Slavens K-8 School located?
Slavens K-8 School is located in the Wellshire neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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