CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C school district, located in DENVER, CO with about 462 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 27 teachers, CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, is a highly regarded public school within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. It serves a diverse student body, typically ranging from Early Childhood Education (ECE) through fifth grade. Known for its strong sense of community and academic rigor, the school is frequently recognized for high student achievement levels and its commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment. The school’s curriculum emphasizes a balanced approach to education, integrating core academics with social-emotional learning to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond its classroom instruction, Carson Elementary is noted for its active parent and community involvement, which supports a variety of enrichment programs and extracurricular activities. The school benefits from its location in a residential area, often serving as a central hub for neighborhood families. By maintaining a focus on personalized learning and maintaining strong home-school partnerships, Carson strives to ensure that every student reaches their full potential. Prospective families are encouraged to visit their website at [carson.dpsk12.org](http://carson.dpsk12.org) for detailed information on enrollment, school policies, and upcoming events.

For more information, contact CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (720) 424-9090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5420 EAST 1ST AVENUE
DENVER, CO 80220-5801
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CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in DENVER, CO with about 462 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
462
Teachers:
27.23
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
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 462 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CARSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
75.5%
Hispanic/Latino
10.0%
Two or more races
6.1%
Black or African American
4.5%
Asian
3.9%

Female
45.9%
Male
54.1%

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.