Lois Lenski Elementary School

Littleton School District No. 6 in the county of Arapahoe

6350 SOUTH FAIRFAX WAY
CENTENNIAL, CO 80121

500 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Lois Lenski Elementary School, located in the Cherry Creek School District in Centennial, Colorado, is a highly regarded public school serving students from preschool through fifth grade. Named after the celebrated children’s author and illustrator, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a love for literacy and lifelong learning. It is known for its inclusive community atmosphere, dedicated faculty, and a rigorous academic curriculum that focuses on developing critical thinking, creativity, and social-emotional skills in a supportive environment.

Beyond the classroom, Lois Lenski is recognized for its vibrant school culture and active parental involvement. The school offers a variety of enrichment opportunities, including music, art, and physical education, while frequently hosting community-building events that strengthen the partnership between families and educators. By prioritizing both academic excellence and character development, Lois Lenski Elementary consistently strives to provide a well-rounded educational foundation that prepares its students for success in middle school and beyond.

500

Total Students

29.8

Full-Time Teachers

16.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

11.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lois Lenski Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	396
Hispanic	46
Black	5
Asian	11
Two or More	38
Pacific Islander	4

White
396 (79.2 %)
Hispanic
46 (9.2 %)
Two or More
38 (7.6 %)
Asian
11 (2.2 %)
Black
5 (1.0 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.8 %)

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:	Littleton School District No. 6 in the county of Arapahoe
Phone:	(303)347-4575
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	500
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	52
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 82

Grade 1 77

Grade 2 87

Grade 3 83

Grade 4 79

Grade 5 92