Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Acres Green 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% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Acres Green Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Acres Green Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Creating leaders, one child at a time!
School Rankings
Acres Green Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acres Green Elementary School is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
21%
3%
Hispanic
31%
36%
Black
3%
5%
White
37%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acres Green Elementary School's ranking?
Acres Green Elementary School is ranked #806 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Acres Green Elementary School often compared to?
Acres Green Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Ridge Elementary School, Lone Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Acres Green Elementary School?
382 students attend Acres Green Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Acres Green Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Acres Green Elementary School?
Acres Green Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Acres Green Elementary School offer ?
Acres Green Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acres Green Elementary School part of?
Acres Green Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Acres Green Elementary School located?
Acres Green Elementary School is located in the Acres Green neighborhood of Lone Tree, CO.
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