KYFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
KYFFIN 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 548 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 29 teachers, KYFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
KYFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Golden, Colorado, is a highly regarded public school within the Jefferson County Public School District. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-known for its strong academic focus, dedicated teaching staff, and a vibrant, inclusive community culture. Kyffin prides itself on fostering both intellectual growth and character development, often emphasizing a well-rounded education that includes arts, physical education, and technology integration alongside core curriculum standards.
The school is frequently recognized for its active parent involvement and a supportive "neighborhood" feel, which many families cite as a major draw to the area. Located near the foothills of the Rockies, Kyffin utilizes its surroundings to enhance the student experience, often incorporating outdoor learning opportunities and community service projects. By maintaining high expectations for student achievement while providing robust social-emotional support, Kyffin Elementary consistently strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact KYFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (303) 982-5760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GOLDEN, CO 80401-5241
(303) 982-5760
KYFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in GOLDEN, CO with about 548 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:
- 548
- Teachers:
- 29.52
- 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 548 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending KYFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 79.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.0%
- Asian
- 5.1%
- Two or more races
- 4.4%
- Black or African American
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.0%
- Male
- 52.0%
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.