Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Explorer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explorer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Explorer Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Explorer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Explorer Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#397 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
61%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explorer Elementary School's ranking?
Explorer Elementary School is ranked #397 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Explorer Elementary School?
470 students attend Explorer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Explorer Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Explorer Elementary School?
Explorer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Explorer Elementary School offer ?
Explorer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Explorer Elementary School part of?
Explorer Elementary School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Explorer Elementary School located?
Explorer Elementary School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 17 other public schools located in Briargate.
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