Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meiklejohn Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meiklejohn 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
Meiklejohn Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
School Rankings
Meiklejohn Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meiklejohn Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#116 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Meiklejohn Elementary School's ranking?
Meiklejohn Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Meiklejohn Elementary School often compared to?
Meiklejohn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Elementary School, West Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Meiklejohn Elementary School?
518 students attend Meiklejohn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Meiklejohn Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meiklejohn Elementary School?
Meiklejohn Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meiklejohn Elementary School offer ?
Meiklejohn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meiklejohn Elementary School part of?
Meiklejohn Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Meiklejohn Elementary School located?
Meiklejohn Elementary School is located in the Village Of Five Parks neighborhood of Arvada, CO.
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