School Overview
Steck Elementary School, located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades PK–5 within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. Known for its strong academic reputation and tight-knit community feel, the school focuses on providing a well-rounded education that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. Steck is often recognized for its high levels of parent involvement and active community engagement, which contribute significantly to the school’s vibrant and supportive atmosphere.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often integrating modern instructional practices with traditional academic rigor. Beyond standard classroom instruction, Steck provides various enrichment opportunities and extracurricular activities that encourage students to explore their interests in arts, physical education, and technology. As part of the DPS system, Steck Elementary strives to uphold the district’s standards while maintaining a distinct identity rooted in its commitment to fostering lifelong learners and preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.
321
Total Students
16.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Steck Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White208
Hispanic40
Black22
Asian13
Two or More38
  • White
    208 (64.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    40 (12.5 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (11.8 %)
  • Black
    22 (6.9 %)
  • Asian
    13 (4.0 %)
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: School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Phone: (720)424-3870
Website: http://steck.dpsk12.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 321
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 62
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 19
Kindergarten 51
Grade 1 61
Grade 2 53
Grade 3 45
Grade 4 44
Grade 5 48

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Steck Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten19
Kindergarten51
Grade 161
Grade 253
Grade 345
Grade 444
Grade 548
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Steck Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15849.2%
Male16350.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)