Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Canon Exploratory 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 33%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canon Exploratory School's student population of 312 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canon Exploratory 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 Canon Exploratory School is 0.34, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Canon Exploratory School's ranking?
Canon Exploratory School is ranked #591 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Canon Exploratory School often compared to?
Canon Exploratory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount View Core Knowledge Charter School, Harrison School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Canon Exploratory School?
312 students attend Canon Exploratory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Canon Exploratory School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canon Exploratory School?
Canon Exploratory School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Canon Exploratory School offer ?
Canon Exploratory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canon Exploratory School part of?
Canon Exploratory School is part of Fremont Re-1 School District.
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