Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin Eaton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (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 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Business is Children!
School Rankings
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Eaton Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#276 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
49%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Eaton Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Benjamin Eaton Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Eaton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Platte Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Benjamin Eaton Elementary School?
357 students attend Benjamin Eaton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Benjamin Eaton Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Eaton Elementary School?
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benjamin Eaton Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Eaton Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School is part of Weld County School District No. Re-2.
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