Serving 182 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Alice Terry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Math Proficiency: 55%
- Reading Proficiency: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice Terry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alice Terry Elementary School's student population of 182 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The District will provide a safe, productive learning environment.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alice Terry Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)55%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)53%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
76%
36%
Black
4%
5%
White
17%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% CO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% CO state average).
How many students attend Alice Terry Elementary School?
182 students attend Alice Terry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Alice Terry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice Terry Elementary School?
Alice Terry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alice Terry Elementary School offer ?
Alice Terry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alice Terry Elementary School part of?
Alice Terry Elementary School is part of Sheridan School District No. 2.
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