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Hulstrom Options K-8 School

11551 Wyco Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hulstrom Options K-8 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 71% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 645 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 5% in CO
  • : 71% (Top 5%)
  • : 85% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Hulstrom Options K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Hulstrom Options K-8 School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
645 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Hulstrom Options K-8 School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hulstrom Options K-8 School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#19 out of 1779 schools
(Top 5%)
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71%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Hulstrom Options K-8 School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
85%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Hulstrom Options K-8 School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(20-21)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
14%
3%
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Hispanic
17%
35%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
55%
51%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Hulstrom Options K-8 School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Colorado.
0.64
This chart displays the diversity score of Hulstrom Options K-8 School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Hulstrom Options K-8 School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Hulstrom Options K-8 School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hulstrom Options K-8 School's ranking?
Hulstrom Options K-8 School is ranked #19 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Hulstrom Options K-8 School often compared to?
Hulstrom Options K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stargate Charter School, Stem Lab by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Hulstrom Options K-8 School?
645 students attend Hulstrom Options K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hulstrom Options K-8 School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hulstrom Options K-8 School?
Hulstrom Options K-8 School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hulstrom Options K-8 School offer ?
Hulstrom Options K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hulstrom Options K-8 School part of?
Hulstrom Options K-8 School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.

School Reviews
5   12/5/2020
We LOVE Hulstrom. My daughter has grown so much in the few years she has been at the school. We debated on StarGate or our local elementary but are so grateful we choose Hulstrom. Our daughter has learned so much, and they allow students with advanced skills to be gathered into groups with kids at the same level. The community feel is wonderful at that school, and I would recommend it to anyone in the area.
- Posted by Parent - Karen
5   11/18/2020
Hulstrom has been an incredible learning community for both my kids. We could not have asked for a better environment to challenge them and prepare them for high school while catering to their specific GT needs all along the way. There is flexibility for unique needs and differentiation for students that need it. Each of my kids had very different needs and were strong academically in different areas where I felt they each were able to thrive with unique opportunities. Our experience with the teachers was from kindergarten through 8th grade was incredible strong — whether the teachers were working to enhance executive functioning skills or helping to navigate social emotional areas to pushing my kids to explore areas of interest — they were always available, approachable and willing to work through whatever my kids were facing. I really appreciate the individualized approach. While Hulstrom is a smaller school, we never felt it lacked opportunities - whether extracurricular activities, academic advanced programs, specials, trips and travel and so much more!
- Posted by Parent - The Karimi Family
1   3/27/2020
Don't be fooled this school was great when my kids started but has been on a strong decline for the last two years. Loads of good teachers have been leaving the school for the last three years.
- Posted by Parent - dissapointed

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 645 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 71% (Top 5%)
  • : 85% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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