Governor's Ranch Elementary School

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

5354 SOUTH FIELD STREET
LITTLETON, CO 80123

344 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Governor’s Ranch Elementary School, located in Littleton, Colorado, is a K-5 public school serving the Jefferson County School District. Situated in a suburban community, the school is known for its focus on providing a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of enrichment opportunities intended to foster critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.

Beyond its academic program, Governor’s Ranch is recognized for its strong sense of community and parent involvement. The school maintains an active PTA and encourages collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and the local neighborhood to enhance the overall educational experience. By fostering a culture of respect and high expectations, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond, positioning itself as a central pillar of the Littleton educational landscape.

344

Total Students

21.6

Full-Time Teachers

15.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

28.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Governor's Ranch Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	253
Hispanic	51
Black	7
Asian	13
Two or More	17
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

White
253 (73.5 %)
Hispanic
51 (14.8 %)
Two or More
17 (4.9 %)
Asian
13 (3.8 %)
Black
7 (2.0 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.6 %)
American Indian
1 (0.3 %)

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:	Jefferson County School District No. R-1
Phone:	(303)982-4625
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	344
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	82
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	16

* 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 62

Grade 1 64

Grade 2 57

Grade 3 63

Grade 4 50

Grade 5 48