Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Traylor Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 90% 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: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Traylor Academy's student population of 300 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Rankings
Traylor Academy 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 Traylor Academy 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
#1565 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
77%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
10%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Traylor Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Traylor Academy's ranking?
Traylor Academy is ranked #1565 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Traylor Academy?
300 students attend Traylor Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Traylor Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Traylor Academy?
Traylor Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Traylor Academy offer ?
Traylor Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Traylor Academy part of?
Traylor Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Traylor Academy located?
Traylor Academy is located in the Bear Valley neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Bear Valley.
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