Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stellar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stellar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stellar Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stellar 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 Stellar Elementary School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#899 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
53%
35%
Black
3%
5%
White
31%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stellar Elementary School's ranking?
Stellar Elementary School is ranked #899 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Stellar Elementary School often compared to?
Stellar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Stellar Elementary School?
406 students attend Stellar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Stellar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stellar Elementary School?
Stellar Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Stellar Elementary School offer ?
Stellar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Stellar Elementary School part of?
Stellar Elementary School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/6/2013
My family LOVES Stellar!! The staff creates a very safe learning environment!! My daughter is now in 2nd grade and we have been so impressed by her academic growth and social growth as well!! Wonderful school!!
5 8/14/2013
Love Stellar! My son is now a 3rd grader and had a great year as a 2 nd grader. He loves the clubs after school and the fun PTO events.
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