Steele Elementary School

Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E

1720 NORTH WEBER STREET
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80907

252 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Steele Elementary School, located in the historic Old North End neighborhood of Colorado Springs, serves as a cornerstone of the local community. Operating as part of the Colorado Springs School District 11, the school is known for its classic architectural character and its commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive learning environment. It typically serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing a well-rounded academic curriculum supplemented by programs that encourage social-emotional development and civic responsibility.

Beyond its core academics, Steele Elementary is widely recognized for its strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive atmosphere where families, staff, and students work collaboratively to achieve educational goals. Its location in a quiet, established residential area contributes to a tight-knit "neighborhood school" culture, making it a popular choice for local families seeking a traditional elementary experience with a modern focus on student success and personal growth.

252

Total Students

15.7

Full-Time Teachers

16.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

27.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Steele Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	199
Hispanic	24
Black	9
Asian	4
Two or More	16

White
199 (79.0 %)
Hispanic
24 (9.5 %)
Two or More
16 (6.3 %)
Black
9 (3.6 %)
Asian
4 (1.6 %)

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:	Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
Phone:	(719)328-4700
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	252
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	15.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	59
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	11

* 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 44

Grade 1 45

Grade 2 46

Grade 3 36

Grade 4 42

Grade 5 39