Serving 185 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Turman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turman Elementary School's student population of 185 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Turman 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 Turman Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1040 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
37%
Black
15%
5%
White
22%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turman Elementary School's ranking?
Turman Elementary School is ranked #1040 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Turman Elementary School often compared to?
Turman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Soaring Eagles Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Turman Elementary School?
185 students attend Turman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Turman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turman Elementary School?
Turman Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Turman Elementary School offer ?
Turman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turman Elementary School part of?
Turman Elementary School is part of Harrison School District No. 2 In The County Of El Paso An.
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