Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Slater 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 72% 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: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Slater Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Slater 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 Slater Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1583 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
62%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
28%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Slater Elementary School's ranking?
Slater Elementary School is ranked #1583 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Slater Elementary School often compared to?
Slater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson County Open Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Slater Elementary School?
280 students attend Slater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Slater Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slater Elementary School?
Slater Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Slater Elementary School offer ?
Slater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Slater Elementary School part of?
Slater Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Slater Elementary School located?
Slater Elementary School is located in the Morse Park neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Morse Park.
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