Elementary Schools in Adams 12 Five Star Schools

The Adams 12 Five Star Schools district in Colorado is home to 35 elementary schools serving students from preschool through 8th grade. The schools in this district exhibit a wide range of academic performance, with some high-achieving institutions like Hulstrom K-8 and Coyote Ridge Elementary School ranking among the top in the state, while others like Coronado Hills Elementary School and Thornton Elementary School struggle with low proficiency rates.

The high-performing schools in the district boast impressive test scores, with over 90% proficiency in many subjects at Hulstrom K-8 and 70%+ proficiency in both math and English language arts at Coyote Ridge Elementary School and Meridian Elementary School. In contrast, the lowest-performing schools in the district have proficiency rates under 25% in most subjects.

Across the district, there is a concerning trend of high chronic absenteeism, with all schools reporting a 27.7% rate. Additionally, the data suggests a correlation between socioeconomic factors and academic achievement, as the schools with the highest free/reduced lunch rates tend to be the lowest performing. While the district faces significant disparities in educational outcomes, the presence of high-achieving outliers indicates that there may be opportunities to learn from and replicate their success to support struggling schools and students.