Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barney Ford Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barney Ford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barney Ford Elementary School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barney Ford Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barney Ford Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1441 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
84%
37%
Black
10%
5%
White
2%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barney Ford Elementary School's ranking?
Barney Ford Elementary School is ranked #1441 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Barney Ford Elementary School often compared to?
Barney Ford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lena Archuleta Elementary School, Marie L. Greenwood Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Barney Ford Elementary School?
487 students attend Barney Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Barney Ford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barney Ford Elementary School?
Barney Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barney Ford Elementary School offer ?
Barney Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barney Ford Elementary School part of?
Barney Ford Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Barney Ford Elementary School located?
Barney Ford Elementary School is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 14 other public schools located in Montbello.
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