Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Simla Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 152 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 17%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50% in CO
Math Proficiency
: 35-39% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 50-54% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Simla Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simla Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Simla Elementary School is ranked #591 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Simla Elementary School?
152 students attend Simla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Simla Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simla Elementary School?
Simla Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simla Elementary School offer ?
Simla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Simla Elementary School part of?
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 152 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 17%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 35-39% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 50-54% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Related School News
Simla Elementary School kindergarten teacher Holly Koehn reads to her class. Simla Elementary is part of the rural Big Sandy ...
