Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-5, University Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 35% 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: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Park 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
University Park Elementary School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Park Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#129 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
6%
5%
White
65%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are University Park Elementary School often compared to?
University Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asbury Elementary School, Cory Elementary School, Steele Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend University Park Elementary School?
413 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of University Park Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is University Park Elementary School located?
University Park Elementary School is located in the South Denver neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in South Denver.
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