Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, University Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
University Park Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Park Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#209 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
7%
4%
White
64%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are University Park Elementary School often compared to?
University Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asbury Elementary School, Cory Elementary School, Steele Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend University Park Elementary School?
388 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of University Park Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is University Park Elementary School located?
University Park Elementary School is located in the South Denver neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in South Denver.
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