GODSMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GODSMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I 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 469 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 28 teachers, GODSMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

GODSMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Westwood neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, is a public school serving students from preschool through fifth grade within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. As a community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and inclusivity. Its curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, often incorporating culturally responsive teaching practices to engage learners from various backgrounds.

Beyond core academics, Godsman Elementary places a strong emphasis on community engagement and building partnerships with local families. The school environment is characterized by a commitment to creating a safe and welcoming space where students are encouraged to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens. By providing various resources and school-wide initiatives, Godsman strives to ensure that every student has the tools and support necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact GODSMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (720) 424-7060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2120 WEST ARKANSAS AVENUE
DENVER, CO 80223-3308
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GODSMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DENVER, CO with about 469 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
469
Teachers:
28
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 schoolwide 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 469 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GODSMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 90% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
90.2%
White
6.2%
Asian
2.3%
Two or more races
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
46.7%
Male
53.3%

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.