Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Hill School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park Hill School's student population of 717 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Hill School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Hill School is 0.41, which is less 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
#43 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
76%
49%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Hill School's ranking?
Park Hill School is ranked #43 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Park Hill School often compared to?
Park Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Park Hill School?
717 students attend Park Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Park Hill School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Hill School?
Park Hill School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Park Hill School offer ?
Park Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Hill School part of?
Park Hill School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Park Hill School located?
Park Hill School is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 39 other public schools located in Northeast.
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