Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Truscott Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Truscott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Truscott Elementary School's student population of 193 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Truscott 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 Truscott Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1500 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
41%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Truscott Elementary School's ranking?
Truscott Elementary School is ranked #1500 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Truscott Elementary School?
193 students attend Truscott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Truscott Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Truscott Elementary School?
Truscott Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Truscott Elementary School offer ?
Truscott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Truscott Elementary School part of?
Truscott Elementary School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
In what neighborhood is Truscott Elementary School located?
Truscott Elementary School is located in the Kings Corner neighborhood of Loveland, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Kings Corner.
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