Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Coronado Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coronado Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Coronado Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coronado Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#386 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
14%
36%

Black
1%
5%

White
79%
50%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coronado Elementary School's ranking?
Coronado Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Coronado Elementary School often compared to?
Coronado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Normandy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Coronado Elementary School?
389 students attend Coronado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Coronado Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Coronado Elementary School?
Coronado Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Coronado Elementary School offer ?
Coronado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Coronado Elementary School part of?
Coronado Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Coronado Elementary School located?
Coronado Elementary School is located in the Columbine Knolls neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Columbine Knolls.
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