Bennett Elementary School
257 Students
Elementary School K - 2nd
School Overview
Bennett Elementary School, located at 462 8th Street in Bennett, Colorado, serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community within the Bennett School District 29J. As a small-town public school, it focuses on providing a foundational learning environment for students in the early stages of their academic careers, typically emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and social development. The school is situated in a rural-to-suburban setting, reflecting the tight-knit character of the surrounding Bennett area, where faculty and staff strive to foster a supportive and accessible educational experience.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Bennett Elementary is integrated into the town’s broader community culture, often serving as a hub for local families and extracurricular engagement. The school is committed to preparing its students for success as they transition into the district’s middle and high school programs. By prioritizing individualized attention and student growth, the administration aims to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages curiosity and community values, helping young learners develop the essential skills necessary for their future academic journeys.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Bennett Elementary is integrated into the town’s broader community culture, often serving as a hub for local families and extracurricular engagement. The school is committed to preparing its students for success as they transition into the district’s middle and high school programs. By prioritizing individualized attention and student growth, the administration aims to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages curiosity and community values, helping young learners develop the essential skills necessary for their future academic journeys.
257
Total Students
17.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
40.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 127 |
| Hispanic | 103 |
| Black | 5 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White127 (49.4 %)
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Hispanic103 (40.1 %)
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Two or More10 (3.9 %)
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Black5 (1.9 %)
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American Indian5 (1.9 %)
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Asian4 (1.6 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (1.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Bennett School District No. 29J |
| Phone: | (303)644-3234 |
| Grade Range: | K - 2nd |
| Total Students: | 257 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 81 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 24 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
87
Grade 1
86
Grade 2
84
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 87 |
| Grade 1 | 86 |
| Grade 2 | 84 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 130 | 50.6% |
| Male | 127 | 49.4% |
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