POLTON COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

POLTON COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah school district, located in AURORA, CO with about 536 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 34 teachers, POLTON COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

POLTON COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Aurora, Colorado, is a public school serving students in the Cherry Creek School District. It is known for its strong emphasis on creating a welcoming, inclusive community where students are encouraged to reach their academic and personal potential. The school focuses on building a foundation of literacy and numeracy while integrating social-emotional learning to ensure the well-being of its diverse student body.

Beyond core academics, Polton is highly regarded for its commitment to student engagement and extracurricular involvement. The school community often emphasizes the "Polton Pride" culture, fostering a collaborative partnership between teachers, parents, and local residents. With a mission centered on developing critical thinkers and responsible citizens, the school strives to provide a supportive environment that prepares students for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact POLTON COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (720) 747-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2985 SOUTH OAKLAND STREET
AURORA, CO 80014-3143
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POLTON COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in AURORA, CO with about 536 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
536
Teachers:
34.67
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 536 students

White
38.8%
Black or African American
20.3%
Hispanic/Latino
20.1%
Two or more races
11.4%
Asian
8.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.6%

Female
46.1%
Male
53.9%

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.