Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marrama 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 20% (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 95% 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: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marrama Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marrama Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
We, as a school, believe all our children have the potential to achieve academic excellence based on their diverse backgrounds, resiliency, and their power that comes from a community and school that believes in them.
School Rankings
Marrama 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 Marrama Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1394 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
56%
37%
Black
22%
5%
White
5%
49%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marrama Elementary School's ranking?
Marrama Elementary School is ranked #1394 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Marrama Elementary School often compared to?
Marrama Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 Marrama Elementary School?
547 students attend Marrama Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Marrama Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marrama Elementary School?
Marrama Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marrama Elementary School offer ?
Marrama Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marrama Elementary School part of?
Marrama Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Marrama Elementary School located?
Marrama Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 39 other public schools located in Northeast.
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