Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Warder Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Warder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Warder Elementary School's student population of 427 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Warder Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Warder 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
#155 out of 1779 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warder Elementary School's ranking?
Warder Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Warder Elementary School often compared to?
Warder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hackberry Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Warder Elementary School?
427 students attend Warder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Warder Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Warder Elementary School?
Warder Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Warder Elementary School offer ?
Warder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Warder Elementary School part of?
Warder Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Warder Elementary School located?
Warder Elementary School is located in the Club Crest neighborhood of Arvada, CO.
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