RALSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RALSTON 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 325 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 17 teachers, RALSTON 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.
RALSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Golden, Colorado, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Jefferson County Public School District (Jeffco Public Schools), the institution focuses on providing a well-rounded academic foundation while fostering a supportive and community-oriented environment. The school is situated in a residential area near the foothills, offering a setting that emphasizes both personal growth and core educational standards.
Academically, Ralston Elementary prioritizes literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking skills, often incorporating project-based learning and technology integration to prepare students for middle school transitions. Beyond the classroom, the school is known for promoting an inclusive culture that encourages parent involvement and community partnerships. With a commitment to social-emotional learning, the faculty aims to develop not only the academic potential of their students but also their character and social responsibility.
For more information, contact RALSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (303) 982-4386 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GOLDEN, CO 80401-9616
(303) 982-4386
RALSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in GOLDEN, CO with about 325 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:
- 325
- Teachers:
- 17.64
- 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 325 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending RALSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.
- White
- 87.1%
- Two or more races
- 4.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.7%
- Asian
- 2.2%
- Black or African American
- 1.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.3%
- Male
- 51.7%
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.