Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Powderhorn 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 35% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 30% 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: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powderhorn Elementary School's student population of 522 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Powderhorn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powderhorn Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#616 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powderhorn Elementary School's ranking?
Powderhorn Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Powderhorn Elementary School often compared to?
Powderhorn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Carbon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Powderhorn Elementary School?
522 students attend Powderhorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Powderhorn Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powderhorn Elementary School?
Powderhorn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Powderhorn Elementary School offer ?
Powderhorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powderhorn Elementary School part of?
Powderhorn Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Powderhorn Elementary School located?
Powderhorn Elementary School is located in the Summit Ridge at West Meadows neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Summit Ridge at West Meadows.
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