Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Agate Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Agate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Agate Elementary School's student population of 48 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Agate 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 Agate Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1245 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorns
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agate Elementary School's ranking?
Agate Elementary School is ranked #1245 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Agate Elementary School?
48 students attend Agate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Agate Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agate Elementary School?
Agate Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Agate Elementary School offer ?
Agate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Agate Elementary School part of?
Agate Elementary School is part of Agate School District No. 300.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School for Seniors
May 14, 2026 (Thursday)
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