Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stedman 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stedman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Stedman Elementary School's student population of 432 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stedman 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 Stedman Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#839 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
36%
Black
29%
5%
White
38%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Stedman Elementary School's ranking?
Stedman Elementary School is ranked #839 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Stedman Elementary School often compared to?
Stedman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Elementary School, Downtown Denver Expeditionary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Stedman Elementary School?
432 students attend Stedman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Stedman Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stedman Elementary School?
Stedman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stedman Elementary School offer ?
Stedman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stedman Elementary School part of?
Stedman Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Stedman Elementary School located?
Stedman Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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