Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Carson Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#210 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
7%
5%
White
70%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Carson Elementary School's ranking?
Carson Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Carson Elementary School often compared to?
Carson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Carson Elementary School?
415 students attend Carson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Carson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carson Elementary School?
Carson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carson Elementary School offer ?
Carson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carson Elementary School part of?
Carson Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Carson Elementary School located?
Carson Elementary School is located in the East neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East.
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