Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glacier Peak Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier Peak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glacier Peak Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glacier Peak Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier Peak Elementary School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#875 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
45%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
42%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Glacier Peak Elementary School's ranking?
Glacier Peak Elementary School is ranked #875 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Glacier Peak Elementary School often compared to?
Glacier Peak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Glacier Peak Elementary School?
453 students attend Glacier Peak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Glacier Peak Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glacier Peak Elementary School?
Glacier Peak Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glacier Peak Elementary School offer ?
Glacier Peak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glacier Peak Elementary School part of?
Glacier Peak Elementary School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
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