Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Northridge Elementary School's student population of 318 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
To meet the academic and social-emotional needs of all students using rigorous and high-quality instruction while embracing diversity and partnering with parents and the community.
School Rankings
Northridge 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 Northridge Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1468 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
83%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northridge Elementary School's ranking?
Northridge Elementary School is ranked #1468 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Northridge Elementary School?
318 students attend Northridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Elementary School?
Northridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northridge Elementary School offer ?
Northridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge Elementary School part of?
Northridge Elementary School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
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