Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Governor's Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Governor's Ranch Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Governor's Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Governor's Ranch Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#639 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
15%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Governor's Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Governor's Ranch Elementary School is ranked #639 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Governor's Ranch Elementary School?
421 students attend Governor's Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Governor's Ranch Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor's Ranch Elementary School?
Governor's Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Governor's Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Governor's Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Governor's Ranch Elementary School part of?
Governor's Ranch Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Governor's Ranch Elementary School located?
Governor's Ranch Elementary School is located in the Governors Ranch neighborhood of Littleton, CO.
School Reviews
5 2/27/2023
Such a happy place. Great community of people inside and outside of this school. The principal is awesome, the staff is awesome, and the environment and experience are awesome. My kids LOVE going to school! We love GRE!
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