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Northridge Elementary School

555 South Park Road
Littleton, CO 80126
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 75% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 565 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 5% in CO
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Northridge Elementary School's student population of 565 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Northridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
This School
State Level (CO)
#27 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
75%
33%
79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northridge Elementary School's ranking?
Northridge Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Northridge Elementary School?
565 students attend Northridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Northridge Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Elementary School?
Northridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northridge Elementary School offer ?
Northridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge Elementary School part of?
Northridge Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Northridge Elementary School located?
Northridge Elementary School is located in the Northridge neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Northridge.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 565 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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