Serving 629 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Inspire Elementary 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Inspire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Inspire Elementary School's student population of 629 students has grown by 243% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 208% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Inspire Elementary 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 Inspire Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#584 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
56%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Inspire Elementary School's ranking?
Inspire Elementary School is ranked #584 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Inspire Elementary School often compared to?
Inspire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Inspire Elementary School?
629 students attend Inspire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Inspire Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Inspire Elementary School?
Inspire Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Inspire Elementary School offer ?
Inspire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Inspire Elementary School part of?
Inspire Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Inspire Elementary School located?
Inspire Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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