Larkspur Elementary School

1103 WEST PERRY PARK AVENUE
LARKSPUR, CO 80118

205 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Larkspur Elementary School is a public school located in the town of Larkspur, Colorado, serving students in the Douglas County School District. Situated in a scenic area south of Castle Rock, the school is known for its intimate, community-focused atmosphere that emphasizes a strong connection between students, staff, and local families. It provides a foundational educational experience that focuses on core academic standards while fostering a supportive environment tailored to the developmental needs of elementary-aged children.

As part of a large school district, Larkspur Elementary benefits from the resources and curriculum alignment of Douglas County Schools, yet it maintains the character of a small-town institution. The school prioritizes student growth through a blend of traditional classroom instruction and enrichment activities, aiming to prepare children for their transition to middle school. With its location in a growing yet distinct community, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood engagement and is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive space for early learning and personal development.

205

Total Students

14.2

Full-Time Teachers

14.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

18.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Larkspur Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	170
Hispanic	20
Black	3
Asian	2
Two or More	10

White
170 (82.9 %)
Hispanic
20 (9.8 %)
Two or More
10 (4.9 %)
Black
3 (1.5 %)
Asian
2 (1.0 %)

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:	Douglas County School District No. Re 1
Phone:	(303)387-5375
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	205
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	14.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	37
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* 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 28

Grade 1 35

Grade 2 25

Grade 3 29

Grade 4 33

Grade 5 18

Grade 6 37