Serving 762 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Slavens K-8 School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slavens K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Slavens K-8 School's student population of 762 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
'Compassionate, ethical and productive global citizens.'
School Rankings
Slavens K-8 School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slavens K-8 School is 0.38, 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
#9 out of 1748 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
78%
49%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Slavens K-8 School's ranking?
Slavens K-8 School is ranked #9 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Slavens K-8 School?
762 students attend Slavens K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Slavens K-8 School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slavens K-8 School?
Slavens K-8 School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Slavens K-8 School offer ?
Slavens K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Slavens K-8 School part of?
Slavens K-8 School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Slavens K-8 School located?
Slavens K-8 School is located in the Wellshire neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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