PRAIRIE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRAIRIE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Adams 12 Five Star Schools school district, located in THORNTON, CO with about 499 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 23 teachers, PRAIRIE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

PRAIRIE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Thornton, Colorado, is a public school serving students in the Adams 12 Five Star Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement. By prioritizing a well-rounded education, Prairie Hills seeks to prepare its diverse student body for future success through a curriculum that balances core subjects with social-emotional development.

The school is known for its strong partnership with families and the surrounding Thornton community, often encouraging parent involvement to enhance the educational experience. With a focus on modern pedagogical strategies and a dedicated teaching staff, Prairie Hills aims to provide a safe, nurturing space where students are encouraged to think critically, collaborate with peers, and reach their full potential within a structured and encouraging atmosphere.

For more information, contact PRAIRIE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (720) 972-8780 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

13801 GARFIELD PLACE
THORNTON, CO 80602-7236
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PRAIRIE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in THORNTON, CO with about 499 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
499
Teachers:
23.55
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
Grade Levels Offered
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 499 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PRAIRIE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.

White
72.1%
Hispanic/Latino
14.6%
Asian
7.0%
Two or more races
4.6%
Black or African American
1.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
47.7%
Male
52.3%

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.