Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stetson Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 52% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stetson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Stetson Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stetson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stetson Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#762 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
32%
35%
Black
6%
5%
White
48%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stetson Elementary School's ranking?
Stetson Elementary School is ranked #762 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Stetson Elementary School often compared to?
Stetson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeview Elementary School, Springs Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Stetson Elementary School?
440 students attend Stetson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Stetson Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stetson Elementary School?
Stetson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Stetson Elementary School offer ?
Stetson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stetson Elementary School part of?
Stetson Elementary School is part of El Paso County Colorado School District 49.
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