Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Bradford K8 South ranks in the top 10% 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 50-54% (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 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford K8 South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bradford K8 South's student population of 371 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
'Empower Hearts and Grow Minds'
School Rankings
Bradford K8 South ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford K8 South is 0.27, 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
#174 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
85%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford K8 South's ranking?
Bradford K8 South is ranked #174 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Bradford K8 South often compared to?
Bradford K8 Southis often viewed alongside schools like Ute Meadows Elementary School, Shaffer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bradford K8 South?
371 students attend Bradford K8 South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bradford K8 South students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford K8 South?
Bradford K8 South has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bradford K8 South offer ?
Bradford K8 South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bradford K8 South part of?
Bradford K8 South is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Bradford K8 South located?
Bradford K8 South is located in the Valley Traditions neighborhood of Littleton, CO.
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