CORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
CORY 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 409 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 5th Grade. With about 21 teachers, CORY 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.
CORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Cory-Merrill neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, is a highly regarded public school serving students from preschool through fifth grade as part of the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. The school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, a supportive community atmosphere, and a balanced curriculum that integrates core subjects with enrichment programs. It frequently earns high marks in state performance frameworks, reflecting its commitment to student growth and individualized instruction.
Beyond academics, Cory Elementary is celebrated for its active and engaged parent-teacher community, which plays a significant role in organizing extracurricular activities and fostering a welcoming environment. The school prioritizes a "whole child" approach, encouraging social-emotional development alongside rigorous classroom learning. With its convenient location near Washington Park and a reputation for long-standing stability and excellence, Cory remains a popular choice for families within the Denver metro area who are looking for a collaborative and achievement-oriented elementary school experience.
For more information, contact CORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (720) 424-8380 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DENVER, CO 80210-2938
(720) 424-8380
http://cory.dpsk12.org
CORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in DENVER, CO with about 409 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 409
- Teachers:
- 21.75
- 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 409 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 75.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.8%
- Two or more races
- 9.8%
- Asian
- 3.7%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
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.