Serving 492 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rooney Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rooney Ranch 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
Rooney Ranch Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Motto
Live a Great Story
School Rankings
Rooney Ranch 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 Rooney Ranch Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#61 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
82%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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 Rooney Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Rooney Ranch Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rooney Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Rooney Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Devinny Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Rooney Ranch Elementary School?
492 students attend Rooney Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Rooney Ranch Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rooney Ranch Elementary School?
Rooney Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rooney Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Rooney Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rooney Ranch Elementary School part of?
Rooney Ranch Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Rooney Ranch Elementary School located?
Rooney Ranch Elementary School is located in the Green Mountain neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Green Mountain.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Handful of teachers below average.Difficult to get assistance from school staff if your student is struggling. Teachers clickish.Teacher vs, parent mentality.
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