Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northridge Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#27 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
63%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Northridge Elementary School's ranking?
Northridge Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Northridge Elementary School?
560 students attend Northridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Northridge Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Elementary School?
Northridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northridge Elementary School offer ?
Northridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northridge Elementary School part of?
Northridge Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Northridge Elementary School located?
Northridge Elementary School is located in the Northridge neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Northridge.
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