Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manitou Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manitou Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Manitou Springs Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Our whole children… Empowered personally to lead and to serve. Equipped intellectually to shape the future. Enriched creatively to flourish lifelong.
School Rankings
Manitou Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manitou Springs Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#568 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
78%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Manitou Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Manitou Springs Elementary School is ranked #568 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Manitou Springs Elementary School?
331 students attend Manitou Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Manitou Springs Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manitou Springs Elementary School?
Manitou Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manitou Springs Elementary School offer ?
Manitou Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manitou Springs Elementary School part of?
Manitou Springs Elementary School is part of Manitou Springs School District No. 14 In The County Of El.
In what neighborhood is Manitou Springs Elementary School located?
Manitou Springs Elementary School is located in the West Colorado Springs neighborhood of Manitou Springs, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in West Colorado Springs.
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