Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stellar 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stellar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stellar Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Stellar 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 Stellar Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#916 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
58%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
30%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Stellar Elementary School's ranking?
Stellar Elementary School is ranked #916 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Stellar Elementary School often compared to?
Stellar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Stellar Elementary School?
432 students attend Stellar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Stellar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 6% 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 Stellar Elementary School?
Stellar Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stellar Elementary School offer ?
Stellar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stellar Elementary School part of?
Stellar Elementary School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/6/2013
My family LOVES Stellar!! The staff creates a very safe learning environment!! My daughter is now in 2nd grade and we have been so impressed by her academic growth and social growth as well!! Wonderful school!!
5 8/14/2013
Love Stellar! My son is now a 3rd grader and had a great year as a 2 nd grader. He loves the clubs after school and the fun PTO events.
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