Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crawford 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crawford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crawford Elementary School's student population of 540 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
In partnership with our families and community, we engage students in a relevant, rigorous, and equitable standards-based education.
School Rankings
Crawford 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 Crawford Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1685 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
66%
36%
Black
15%
5%
White
4%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crawford Elementary School's ranking?
Crawford Elementary School is ranked #1685 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Crawford Elementary School often compared to?
Crawford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boston K-8 School, Cherrelyn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Crawford Elementary School?
540 students attend Crawford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Crawford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crawford Elementary School?
Crawford Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crawford Elementary School offer ?
Crawford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crawford Elementary School part of?
Crawford Elementary School is part of Aurora Joint District No. 28 Of The Counties Of Adams And Arapahoe County.
In what neighborhood is Crawford Elementary School located?
Crawford Elementary School is located in the North Aurora Division neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in North Aurora Division.
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