Serving 491 students in grades Kindergarten-5, French 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 33% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
French Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
French Elementary School's student population of 491 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
We are a community of leaders. As we learn and grow, we lead with POWER: Positivity, Organization, Wise-Choices, Excellence, and Respect.
School Rankings
French 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 French Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#789 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
10%
5%
White
38%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is French Elementary School's ranking?
French Elementary School is ranked #789 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are French Elementary School often compared to?
French Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinello Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend French Elementary School?
491 students attend French Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of French Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of French Elementary School?
French Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does French Elementary School offer ?
French Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is French Elementary School part of?
French Elementary School is part of School District No. 3 In The County Of El Paso And State Of.
School Calendar
View the French Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School 1st-5th Grades
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School for Kinder A-L
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School for Kinder M-Z
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of School for All Kinder
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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