Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Appleton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Appleton Elementary School's student population of 439 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Appleton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appleton Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#389 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appleton Elementary School's ranking?
Appleton Elementary School is ranked #389 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Appleton Elementary School often compared to?
Appleton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Appleton Elementary School?
439 students attend Appleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Appleton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appleton Elementary School?
Appleton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Appleton Elementary School offer ?
Appleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Appleton Elementary School part of?
Appleton Elementary School is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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