CHIPETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
CHIPETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 481 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 25 teachers, CHIPETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
CHIPETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Rockrimmon neighborhood of Colorado Springs, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades K-5 as part of the Academy School District 20. The school is known for its strong emphasis on academic achievement, a supportive community culture, and a commitment to fostering both intellectual and social-emotional growth. Its location in a suburban residential area provides a safe, quiet environment that encourages student focus and neighborhood involvement.
The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff, who prioritize differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of its student body. Beyond the core curriculum, Chipeta offers a variety of enrichment opportunities and extracurricular activities designed to develop well-rounded students. With a history of strong parental involvement and active PTA support, Chipeta Elementary maintains a close-knit school community that works collaboratively to ensure that every student is prepared for success as they transition to middle school.
For more information, contact CHIPETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (719) 328-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80919-3191
(719) 328-5500
CHIPETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 481 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 481
- Teachers:
- 25.9
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 481 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CHIPETA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 74.6%
- Asian
- 8.5%
- Two or more races
- 7.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.6%
- Black or African American
- 3.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.6%
- Male
- 48.4%
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.