Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Talbott Steam Innovation School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Talbott Steam Innovation School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Talbott Steam Innovation School's student population of 327 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Talbott Steam Innovation 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 Talbott Steam Innovation School is 0.65, 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
#771 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
36%
Black
7%
5%
White
49%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talbott Steam Innovation School's ranking?
Talbott Steam Innovation School is ranked #771 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Talbott Steam Innovation School?
327 students attend Talbott Steam Innovation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Talbott Steam Innovation School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Talbott Steam Innovation School?
Talbott Steam Innovation School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Talbott Steam Innovation School offer ?
Talbott Steam Innovation School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Talbott Steam Innovation School part of?
Talbott Steam Innovation School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
In what neighborhood is Talbott Steam Innovation School located?
Talbott Steam Innovation School is located in the Fountain Valley neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Fountain Valley.
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