Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Meadow Community 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 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meadow Community School's student population of 378 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Meadow Community 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 Meadow Community School is 0.40, 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
#1626 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
76%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
13%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 Meadow Community School's ranking?
Meadow Community School is ranked #1626 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Meadow Community School often compared to?
Meadow Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monterey Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Meadow Community School?
378 students attend Meadow Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Meadow Community School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Community School?
Meadow Community School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meadow Community School offer ?
Meadow Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Community School part of?
Meadow Community School is part of Mapleton School District No. 1 In The County Of Adams & St.
In what neighborhood is Meadow Community School located?
Meadow Community School is located in the Elyria Swansea neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Elyria Swansea.
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