Lena Archuleta Elementary School

16000 Maxwell Place
Denver, CO 80239
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 497 students in grades 1-5, Lena Archuleta Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 497 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in CO
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lena Archuleta Elementary School's student population of 497 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
497 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings

Lena Archuleta Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lena Archuleta Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
This School
State Level (CO)
#909 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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35%
33%
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35%
45%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
5%
3%
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Hispanic
73%
36%
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Black
12%
5%
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White
4%
50%
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Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.45
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Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lena Archuleta Elementary School's ranking?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School is ranked #909 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lena Archuleta Elementary School often compared to?
Lena Archuleta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marie L. Greenwood Academy, Barney Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lena Archuleta Elementary School?
497 students attend Lena Archuleta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lena Archuleta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lena Archuleta Elementary School?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lena Archuleta Elementary School offer ?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lena Archuleta Elementary School part of?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Lena Archuleta Elementary School located?
Lena Archuleta Elementary School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 39 other public schools located in Northeast.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 497 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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