Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tarver Elementary School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 52% 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: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Tarver Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Tarver 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 Tarver Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#807 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
33%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Tarver Elementary School's ranking?
Tarver Elementary School is ranked #807 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Tarver Elementary School often compared to?
Tarver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier Peak Elementary School, Prairie Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Tarver Elementary School?
465 students attend Tarver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Tarver Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tarver Elementary School?
Tarver Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tarver Elementary School offer ?
Tarver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tarver Elementary School part of?
Tarver Elementary School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
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