School Overview
Palmer Lake Elementary School is a community-focused public school located in the small, scenic town of Palmer Lake, Colorado. Part of the Lewis-Palmer School District 38, the school serves a student body typically ranging from preschool through fifth grade. Known for its intimate, small-town atmosphere, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering close relationships between students, teachers, and families, creating a supportive environment designed to promote both academic growth and character development.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to high academic standards and a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and science, often integrated with creative arts and social-emotional learning. Because of its location in the foothills of the Rockies, Palmer Lake Elementary often incorporates its natural surroundings into the student experience, encouraging an appreciation for the local environment. With a dedicated staff and an active parent-teacher organization, the school acts as a central hub for the Palmer Lake community, striving to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school within the district.
320
Total Students
25.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palmer Lake Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White244
Hispanic55
Black2
Asian3
Two or More15
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    244 (76.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    55 (17.2 %)
  • Two or More
    15 (4.7 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.9 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    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: Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co
Phone: (719)488-4760
Website: http://www.lewispalmer.org/Domain/13
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 320
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 69
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 29
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 31
Kindergarten 34
Grade 1 36
Grade 2 36
Grade 3 49
Grade 4 35
Grade 5 50
Grade 6 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Palmer Lake Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten31
Kindergarten34
Grade 136
Grade 236
Grade 349
Grade 435
Grade 550
Grade 649
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Palmer Lake Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16952.8%
Male15147.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)