BYERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BYERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Byers School District No. 32J school district, located in BYERS, CO with about 320 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 22 teachers, BYERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

BYERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 444 East Front Street in Byers, Colorado, serves as the primary educational foundation for the Byers School District 32J. Situated in a rural, close-knit community, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment where students receive individualized attention. As a small-town institution, it fosters strong relationships between educators, students, and local families, aiming to cultivate both academic achievement and positive character development in its elementary-aged learners.

The school operates under the broader mission of District 32J, focusing on preparing students for future academic success through a comprehensive curriculum and extracurricular opportunities. By leveraging its position within a smaller district, Byers Elementary is able to maintain a cohesive school culture that prioritizes community involvement and student well-being. Families interested in specific academic calendars, enrollment procedures, or district updates can find further information through their official website at http://www.byers32j.k12.co.us.

For more information, contact BYERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (303) 822-5292 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

444 EAST FRONT STREET
BYERS, CO 80103-9727
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BYERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BYERS, CO with about 320 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
320
Teachers:
22.04
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 targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 320 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BYERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
83.1%
Hispanic/Latino
13.1%
Two or more races
2.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Asian
0.3%

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%

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.