Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chipeta Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chipeta 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
Chipeta Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chipeta Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chipeta Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#108 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
3%
4%
White
74%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chipeta Elementary School's ranking?
Chipeta Elementary School is ranked #108 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Chipeta Elementary School often compared to?
Chipeta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trailblazer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Chipeta Elementary School?
423 students attend Chipeta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Chipeta Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chipeta Elementary School?
Chipeta Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chipeta Elementary School offer ?
Chipeta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chipeta Elementary School part of?
Chipeta Elementary School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Chipeta Elementary School located?
Chipeta Elementary School is located in the Northwest Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Colorado Springs.
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