Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joe Shoemaker 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe Shoemaker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joe Shoemaker School's student population of 439 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joe Shoemaker 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 Joe Shoemaker School is 0.72, 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
#1115 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
42%
36%
Black
27%
5%
White
17%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Joe Shoemaker School's ranking?
Joe Shoemaker School is ranked #1115 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Joe Shoemaker School often compared to?
Joe Shoemaker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradley International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Joe Shoemaker School?
439 students attend Joe Shoemaker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Joe Shoemaker School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joe Shoemaker School?
Joe Shoemaker School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joe Shoemaker School offer ?
Joe Shoemaker School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joe Shoemaker School part of?
Joe Shoemaker School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Joe Shoemaker School located?
Joe Shoemaker School is located in the Southeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 6 other public schools located in Southeast.
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