Serving 630 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chinook Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chinook Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chinook Trail Elementary School's student population of 630 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chinook Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chinook Trail Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#159 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
4%
5%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Chinook Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Chinook Trail Elementary School is ranked #159 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Chinook Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Chinook Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Ranch Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Chinook Trail Elementary School?
630 students attend Chinook Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chinook Trail Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chinook Trail Elementary School?
Chinook Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chinook Trail Elementary School offer ?
Chinook Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chinook Trail Elementary School part of?
Chinook Trail Elementary School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Chinook Trail Elementary School located?
Chinook Trail Elementary School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in Briargate.
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