Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Steele Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Steele Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Motto
We learn, we grow, together.
School Rankings
Steele Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steele Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#33 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
78%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steele Elementary School's ranking?
Steele Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Steele Elementary School?
452 students attend Steele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Steele Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steele Elementary School?
Steele Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Steele Elementary School offer ?
Steele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steele Elementary School part of?
Steele Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Steele Elementary School located?
Steele Elementary School is located in the South Denver neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in South Denver.
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