Is Southmoor Elementary School a good school?

Southmoor Elementary School ranks 336 th of 921 Colorado elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Southmoor Elementary School?

In the 2021-22 school year, 403 students attended Southmoor Elementary School.

What is the racial makeup of Southmoor Elementary School?

Students at Southmoor Elementary School are 61% White, 17% Hispanic, 10% African American, 8% Two or more races, 3% Asian.

What schools do graduates of Southmoor Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Southmoor Elementary School usually go on to attend: Middle : Hamilton Middle School High : Thomas Jefferson High School

Southmoor Elementary School in Denver CO

Performance Trends

Compare Details Southmoor Elementary School ranks better than 63.5% of elementary schools in Colorado. It also ranks 28^th among 88 ranked elementary schools in the School District No. 1. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2022 the calculated Average Standard Score was 60.4. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (61%), Hispanic (17.4%), African American (9.9%). (See more...)

Compare Details 28% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Southmoor Elementary School is 16.3. 93 elementary schools in the School District No. 1 have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)

Compare Southmoor Elementary School employs 24.5 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Southmoor Elementary School is $11,952. 81 elementary schools in the School District No. 1 spend more per student.

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Southmoor Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Southmoor Elementary School 336^th of 921 Colorado public elementary schools. (See Southmoor Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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School District No. 1:

SchoolDigger ranks School District No. 1 62^nd of 102 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Southmoor Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CO State Percentile
2004	89.19	48^th	808	94.1%
2005	85.81	82^nd	823	90.0%
2006	84.36	93^rd	829	88.8%
2007	87.15	65^th	852	92.4%
2008	85.07	96^th	849	88.7%
2009	81.80	132^nd	872	84.9%
2010	80.34	165^th	925	82.2%
2011	74.66	227^th	935	75.7%
2012	83.19	126^th	935	86.5%
2013	79.37	175^th	954	81.7%
2014	78.02	191^st	962	80.1%
2015	78.34	175^th	938	81.3%
2016	82.54	129^th	914	85.9%
2017	82.95	132^nd	929	85.8%
2018	85.21	113^th	917	87.7%
2019	85.59	113^th	965	88.3%
2021	74.09	206^th	710	71.0%
2022	60.40	336^th	921	63.5%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Southmoor Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CO State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	57.13	107^th	308	65.3%
2019	63.82	89^th	332	73.2%

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Rank History for Female students at Southmoor Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CO State Percentile
2018	81.90	91^st	690	86.8%
2019	76.15	154^th	758	79.7%
2022	56.75	248^th	595	58.3%

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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Southmoor Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CO State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	36.45	89^th	110	19.1%

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Rank History for Male students at Southmoor Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CO State Percentile
2018	75.54	144^th	693	79.2%
2019	84.81	83^rd	764	89.1%
2022	44.95	317^th	594	46.6%

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Rank History for White students at Southmoor Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CO State Percentile
2018	82.12	46^th	337	86.4%
2019	87.77	33^rd	596	94.5%
2022	65.96	154^th	454	66.1%

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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Colorado Department of Education

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 3.9)

71%

29%

Reviews:

by a parent
Friday, October 13, 2017

HGT program terrible in the upper grades. Most of the teachers appear to not really like their jobs - are not fun to be around. Principal is defensive on every occasion and doesn't care whether kids are happy or not and stonewalls when you question her - very poor leader. Close Quote

by a citizen
Monday, May 1, 2017

If you want your child to have fun rather than be prepared for middle school, this is the place to send them. Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, April 13, 2017

My family has seen such tremendous change and growth in Southmoor over the years. The school looks at every child and their individual level, and has in place opportunities for them to succeed. Whether getting extra intervention if they are behind or being challenged if they are ready for it. They look at the children's individual learning styles as well. Project based learning, maker-space, enrichment programs, great use of technology. Teachers are happy and feel empowered to shape their classroom and teaching. Principal is engaging and helpful. Wonderful community... Southmoor is a great place! Close Quote

by a parent
Sunday, March 20, 2016

We're all about supporting our neighborhood school - and this one makes it easy? Why? Because the entire community supports it. As a result the administration and teachers can focus on what's most important - our kids! Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, November 21, 2013

Southmoor Elementary is our home school. The parent community is extremely supportive. We have new leadership–our principal is amazing, motivating, transparent and collaborative. My kids love school and I love that Southmoor is focused on the whole child, inside and out. Close Quote

by a parent
Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Southmoor Elementary School has been a fabulous fit for my children. They are excited to go to school and their classrooms represent the diversity we seek by attending a DPS school. Southmoor's teachers are knowledgeable, invested, and generous with their time. They want the children to succeed and they work very hard to equip the children each day. Test scores in the school are rising and you can feel a really positive energy in the building this year under the new principal. We love all of the after school enrichment classes which are offered. We have taken advantage of a lot of them. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Southmoor Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2000	75	5	6	3	1	n/a	n/a	90
2001	178	10	13	11	1	n/a	n/a	213
2002	281	26	26	28	0	n/a	n/a	361
2003	281	26	26	28	0	n/a	n/a	361
2004	321	29	32	21	0	n/a	n/a	403
2005	329	29	35	28	1	n/a	n/a	422
2006	311	43	37	31	4	n/a	n/a	426
2007	293	47	41	41	6	n/a	n/a	428
2008	304	54	40	43	5	n/a	n/a	446
2009	297	53	46	53	2	n/a	n/a	451
2010	322	52	40	52	2	n/a	n/a	468
2011	278	57	39	78	3	4	22	481
2012	288	51	30	86	2	1	29	487
2013	271	57	25	83	3	2	31	472
2014	260	60	28	69	3	2	34	456
2015	276	53	26	83	2	1	32	473
2016	290	49	24	78	1	1	42	485
2017	289	39	23	84	1	1	44	481
2018	291	40	14	82	0	0	40	467
2019	277	35	14	83	1	4	33	447
2020	285	41	12	75	1	3	24	441
2021	234	48	18	66	1	3	23	393
2022	246	40	13	70	0	2	32	403

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Southmoor Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2000	90	5.0	18.0	7.8
2001	213	11.5	18.5	6.6
2002	361	16.8	21.5	7.8
2003	361	16.8	21.5	7.8
2004	403	19.5	20.7	11.2
2005	422	23.2	18.2	8.5
2006	426	23.4	18.2	14.3
2007	428	22.0	19.5	17.5
2008	446	21.5	20.7	22.6
2009	451	25.5	17.7	25.3
2010	468	26.5	17.6	27.4
2011	481	27.7	17.3	27.7
2012	487	24.9	19.5	29.4
2013	472	25.8	18.2	29.2
2014	456	26.0	17.5	27.4
2015	473	26.0	18.1	31.9
2016	485	24.0	20.2	29.5
2017	481	26.9	17.8	27.9
2018	467	27.9	16.6	32.5
2019	447	28.2	15.8	30.4
2020	441	26.8	16.4	31.1
2021	393	26.6	14.7	29
2022	403	24.5	16.3	28

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Southmoor Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2000	90	5.0	18.0	7.8
2001	213	11.5	18.5	6.6
2002	361	16.8	21.5	7.8
2003	361	16.8	21.5	7.8
2004	403	19.5	20.7	11.2
2005	422	23.2	18.2	8.5
2006	426	23.4	18.2	14.3
2007	428	22.0	19.5	17.5
2008	446	21.5	20.7	22.6
2009	451	25.5	17.7	25.3
2010	468	26.5	17.6	27.4
2011	481	27.7	17.3	27.7
2012	487	24.9	19.5	29.4
2013	472	25.8	18.2	29.2
2014	456	26.0	17.5	27.4
2015	473	26.0	18.1	31.9
2016	485	24.0	20.2	29.5
2017	481	26.9	17.8	27.9
2018	467	27.9	16.6	32.5
2019	447	28.2	15.8	30.4
2020	441	26.8	16.4	31.1
2021	393	26.6	14.7	29
2022	403	24.5	16.3	28

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Southmoor Elementary School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$460 (3.8%)	$11,492 (96.2%)	$11,952

Data source: Colorado Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Southmoor Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Pandemic (2021-2022)	Change (%)
Ranks 113^th of 965 Elementary schools	Ranks 336^th of 921 Elementary schools	24.8%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Pandemic (2021-2022)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Southmoor Elementary School)	62.7	52.5	10.2%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (School District No. 1)	39.4	39.9	0.5%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)	41.3	40.7	0.6%
3rd Grade Math (Southmoor Elementary School)	66.7	43.5	23.2%
3rd Grade Math (School District No. 1)	37.5	35.1	2.4%
3rd Grade Math (Colorado)	41	39.4	1.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Southmoor Elementary School)	71.8	47.3	24.5%
4th Grade English Language Arts (School District No. 1)	43.6	39.4	4.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)	48	44.1	3.9%
4th Grade Math (Southmoor Elementary School)	71.8	40	31.8%
4th Grade Math (School District No. 1)	31.2	26.8	4.4%
4th Grade Math (Colorado)	33.6	30.7	2.9%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Southmoor Elementary School)	57.1	47.6	9.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (School District No. 1)	42.3	40.7	1.6%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)	48.4	45.4	3%
5th Grade Math (Southmoor Elementary School)	53.6	37.2	16.4%
5th Grade Math (School District No. 1)	34.9	32.2	2.7%
5th Grade Math (Colorado)	35.7	34.9	0.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Southmoor Elementary School)	63.9	49.4	14.5%
All Grades English Language Arts (School District No. 1)	42.8	39.4	3.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Colorado)	45.8	43.2	2.6%
All Grades Math (Southmoor Elementary School)	64.1	40.6	23.5%
All Grades Math (School District No. 1)	32.7	28.8	3.9%
All Grades Math (Colorado)	34.7	31.5	3.2%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Pandemic (2020-2021)	Change (%)
Total Students	447	393	12.1%
African American	35	48	37.1%
American Indian	1	1
Asian	14	18	28.6%
Hispanic	83	66	20.5%
Pacific Islander	4	3	25%
White	277	234	15.5%
Two or More Races	33	23	30.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	30.4%	29%	1.4%

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Middle:	Hamilton Middle School
High:	Thomas Jefferson High School