FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson County School District No. R-1 school district, located in GOLDEN, CO with about 675 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 33 teachers, FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Golden, Colorado, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Jefferson County Public School District. Situated in a suburban setting near the foothills, the school is known for fostering a supportive community environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and the overall well-being of its students. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while incorporating diverse learning opportunities that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and foundational skills necessary for student success in later grades.
Beyond its academic focus, Fairmount Elementary emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by integrating extracurricular activities and community engagement. The school typically benefits from an active parent-teacher association and a collaborative staff dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere. By focusing on both social-emotional learning and rigorous academics, Fairmount strives to prepare its student body to be responsible, engaged citizens, maintaining a reputation as a stable and reliable pillar of the Golden community.
For more information, contact FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (303) 982-5422 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GOLDEN, CO 80403-1616
(303) 982-5422
FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in GOLDEN, CO with about 675 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jefferson County School District No. R-1
- Total Students:
- 675
- Teachers:
- 33.82
- 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 675 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending FAIRMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 84.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.0%
- Asian
- 3.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Black or African American
- 0.3%
- Female
- 46.2%
- Male
- 53.8%
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.