Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Secrest 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Secrest Elementary School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Secrest 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 Secrest Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1369 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
37%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Secrest Elementary School's ranking?
Secrest Elementary School is ranked #1369 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Secrest Elementary School?
301 students attend Secrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Secrest Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Secrest Elementary School?
Secrest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Secrest Elementary School offer ?
Secrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Secrest Elementary School part of?
Secrest Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Secrest Elementary School located?
Secrest Elementary School is located in the Lamar Heights neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 3 other public schools located in Lamar Heights.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
My kids and I''s experiences with pre-K into 1st grade have been wonderful. The school has been very welcoming, and my kids love belonging to this school. I also feel like the teachers and staff are quality.
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