BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bennett School District No. 29J school district, located in BENNETT, CO with about 450 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 462 8th Street in Bennett, Colorado, serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community within the Bennett School District 29J. As a small-town public school, it focuses on providing a foundational learning environment for students in the early stages of their academic careers, typically emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and social development. The school is situated in a rural-to-suburban setting, reflecting the tight-knit character of the surrounding Bennett area, where faculty and staff strive to foster a supportive and accessible educational experience.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Bennett Elementary is integrated into the town’s broader community culture, often serving as a hub for local families and extracurricular engagement. The school is committed to preparing its students for success as they transition into the district’s middle and high school programs. By prioritizing individualized attention and student growth, the administration aims to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages curiosity and community values, helping young learners develop the essential skills necessary for their future academic journeys.

For more information, contact BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (303) 644-3234 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

462 8TH STREET
BENNETT, CO 80102-7896
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BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BENNETT, CO with about 450 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
450
Teachers:
28.67
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 450 students

White
66.0%
Hispanic/Latino
26.2%
Two or more races
5.8%
Black or African American
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
44.7%
Male
55.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.