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Green Gables Elementary School

Summary:

Green Gables Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakewood, Colorado, serving 265 students in grades PK-5 as part of the Jefferson County School District No. R-1. While the school has a higher percentage of White students compared to nearby schools, its academic performance, as measured by state test scores, is generally lower than the district and state averages.

Green Gables' proficiency rates in English Language Arts (35.3%) and Math (28.6%) for all grades in 2023-2024 were below the Jefferson County School District (51.8% and 40.7%, respectively) and the Colorado state averages (44.1% and 34.2%, respectively). The school's statewide ranking has also declined, from 259 out of 965 Colorado elementary schools in 2018-2019 to 585 out of 943 in 2023-2024. Additionally, Green Gables has a higher student-teacher ratio (16.7) compared to nearby schools like Belmar School of Integrated Arts (14.1) and Lasley Elementary School (14.1).

The challenges faced by Green Gables Elementary School appear to be more widespread within the Jefferson County School District, as several nearby schools also have significantly lower academic performance compared to the district and state averages. Addressing these issues will require a comprehensive approach that considers the school's unique context and the factors contributing to its performance, such as the high percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients (38.11% in 2022-2023), which is a proxy for the school's socioeconomic status.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 8701 West Woodard Drive
       Lakewood, CO  80227-2367

(303) 982-8314

District: Jefferson County School District No. R-1

SchoolDigger Rank:
585th of 943 Colorado Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,061 Help


Students who attend Green Gables Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Carmody Middle School
High:    Bear Creek High School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.7 Help
Number of students:  265

Racial breakdown:

White:
64.5%
Hispanic:
28.7%
African American:
2.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  38.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Green Gables Elementary School ranks worse than 62% of elementary schools in Colorado. It also ranks 66th among 85 ranked elementary schools in the Jefferson County School District No. R-1. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 32.17. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Green Gables Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Jefferson County School District No. R-1.  (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Green Gables Elementary School is $16,061, which is the 29th highest among 85 elementary schools in the Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Green Gables Elementary School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Jefferson County School District No. R-1:

SchoolDigger ranks Jefferson County School District No. R-1 35th of 116 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Green Gables Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Green Gables Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 75.53 197th 808 75.6%
2005 75.80 197th 823 76.1%
2006 72.32 233rd 829 71.9%
2007 61.65 355th 852 58.3%
2008 65.74 305th 849 64.1%
2009 48.97 485th 872 44.4%
2010 63.31 369th 925 60.1%
2011 55.49 456th 935 51.2%
2012 56.46 443rd 935 52.6%
2013 38.45 627th 954 34.3%
2014 50.48 494th 962 48.6%
2015 28.96 640th 938 31.8%
2016 24.22 677th 914 25.9%
2017 39.41 522nd 929 43.8%
2018 51.44 404th 917 55.9%
2019 69.89 259th 965 73.2%
2021 45.73 412th 710 42.0%
2022 51.48 417th 921 54.7%
2023 54.47 396th 933 57.6%
2024 32.17 585th 943 38.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Green Gables Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 64.85 207th 690 70.0%
2019 89.05 49th 758 93.5%
2023 62.03 223rd 642 65.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Green Gables Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 53.52 278th 693 59.9%
2019 52.97 325th 764 57.5%
2023 59.81 238th 649 63.3%
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Rank History for White students at Green Gables Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 58.15 226th 596 62.1%
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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.

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Data source: Colorado Department of Education

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All ratings (Avg rating: 3.7)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Open Quote We love Green Gables Elementary as a community-based neighborhood school. My son is in 1st grade and has struggled a bit with reading. The staff at GG all care and have helped him to become a proficient reader within the last year, working on an individualized plan. They involve parents and have great communication from the Principal and the teachers. I'll be sending my 4-year-old there too, without a doubt! Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Open Quote Looks like a nice school on the outside, but once inside the walls, mismanagement and discriminatory practices seems to occur often. Too often they used ineffective teaching methods and more of an exclusive rather than inclusive environment. Poor leadership and a principal that shows complete bias in her discipline practices. I wouldn't send my child back as long as she has any influence in how that school is run. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, March 9, 2017

Open Quote Our experience with Green Gables has been wonderful. This small school community has been great for my children's social and emotional growth. The staff know kids by name and say hi whenever they see them. The new energy this year (2016-17) with a new principal has been great and the staff seems re-energized and excited to be there. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Green Gables Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 371 0 9 23 1 n/a n/a 0 404
1989 382 2 4 29 1 n/a n/a 0 418
1990 370 0 7 29 3 n/a n/a 0 409
1991 358 0 5 26 0 n/a n/a 0 389
1992 352 2 4 27 0 n/a n/a 0 385
1993 386 1 3 23 0 n/a n/a 0 413
1994 387 0 4 32 0 n/a n/a 0 423
1995 369 2 7 28 0 n/a n/a 0 406
1996 369 2 7 28 0 n/a n/a 0 406
1997 331 3 6 29 0 n/a n/a 0 369
1998 322 0 8 25 1 n/a n/a 0 356
1999 303 0 9 15 1 n/a n/a 0 328
2000 267 1 4 26 2 n/a n/a 0 300
2001 247 2 4 25 2 n/a n/a 0 280
2002 244 6 10 43 3 n/a n/a 0 306
2003 244 6 10 43 3 n/a n/a 0 306
2004 267 5 12 47 3 n/a n/a 0 334
2005 262 6 14 57 1 n/a n/a 0 340
2006 258 4 14 68 1 n/a n/a 0 345
2007 253 4 23 79 3 n/a n/a 0 362
2008 241 1 14 90 3 n/a n/a 0 349
2009 251 3 14 87 4 n/a n/a 0 359
2010 235 4 12 77 4 n/a n/a 0 332
2011 200 5 12 87 3 0 12 0 319
2012 195 7 10 75 2 0 17 0 306
2013 172 3 4 82 2 0 14 0 277
2014 192 2 5 82 0 0 9 0 290
2015 204 2 5 77 1 1 9 0 299
2016 203 3 3 85 1 0 5 0 300
2017 200 2 5 74 2 0 5 0 288
2018 191 2 8 82 2 0 6 0 291
2019 149 2 6 51 1 0 10 0 219
2020 148 2 5 51 1 0 2 0 209
2021 155 4 5 51 2 0 4 0 221
2022 179 6 3 65 1 0 5 0 259
2023 171 7 4 76 0 0 7 0 265

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 Green Gables Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 404 17.8 22.6 n/a
1989 418 17.3 24.1 3.8
1990 409 18.5 22.1 5.6
1991 389 18.4 21.1 2.8
1992 385 17.2 22.3 3.1
1993 413 18.7 22.1 4.6
1994 423 15.8 26.8 5.4
1995 406 18.7 21.7 5.9
1996 406 18.7 21.7 5.9
1997 369 16.8 22.0 6.2
1998 356 17.3 20.6 8.1
1999 328 14.4 22.8 5.8
2000 300 13.0 23.1 8
2001 280 14.0 20.0 6.8
2002 306 18.0 17.0 14.7
2003 306 18.0 17.0 14.7
2004 334 17.7 18.9 15
2005 340 17.2 19.8 17.1
2006 345 18.8 18.4 21.7
2007 362 19.3 18.8 21.3
2008 349 20.0 17.5 24.4
2009 359 20.2 17.8 25.1
2010 332 17.3 19.1 27.4
2011 319 17.4 18.2 31
2012 306 18.0 17.0 31.4
2013 277 16.5 16.7 36.8
2014 290 13.8 20.9 34.1
2015 299 16.0 18.6 26.8
2016 300 17.0 17.6 35
2017 288 16.4 17.5 37.8
2018 291 17.0 17.0 36.1
2019 219 15.5 14.1 37.4
2020 209 14.6 14.3 37.3
2021 221 15.6 14.0 38
2022 259 15.7 16.4 35.1
2023 265 15.7 16.7 38.1

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 Green Gables Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 404 17.8 22.6 n/a
1989 418 17.3 24.1 3.8
1990 409 18.5 22.1 5.6
1991 389 18.4 21.1 2.8
1992 385 17.2 22.3 3.1
1993 413 18.7 22.1 4.6
1994 423 15.8 26.8 5.4
1995 406 18.7 21.7 5.9
1996 406 18.7 21.7 5.9
1997 369 16.8 22.0 6.2
1998 356 17.3 20.6 8.1
1999 328 14.4 22.8 5.8
2000 300 13.0 23.1 8
2001 280 14.0 20.0 6.8
2002 306 18.0 17.0 14.7
2003 306 18.0 17.0 14.7
2004 334 17.7 18.9 15
2005 340 17.2 19.8 17.1
2006 345 18.8 18.4 21.7
2007 362 19.3 18.8 21.3
2008 349 20.0 17.5 24.4
2009 359 20.2 17.8 25.1
2010 332 17.3 19.1 27.4
2011 319 17.4 18.2 31
2012 306 18.0 17.0 31.4
2013 277 16.5 16.7 36.8
2014 290 13.8 20.9 34.1
2015 299 16.0 18.6 26.8
2016 300 17.0 17.6 35
2017 288 16.4 17.5 37.8
2018 291 17.0 17.0 36.1
2019 219 15.5 14.1 37.4
2020 209 14.6 14.3 37.3
2021 221 15.6 14.0 38
2022 259 15.7 16.4 35.1
2023 265 15.7 16.7 38.1

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Green Gables Elementary School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $13,041
2020 $13,067
2021 $12,762
2022 $13,479
2023 $16,061

Data source: Colorado Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Green Gables Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 259th of 965 Elementary schoolsRanks 396th of 933 Elementary schools
 15.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Green Gables Elementary School)47.442.2
 5.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)46.348.2
 1.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)41.339.9
 1.4%
3rd Grade Math (Green Gables Elementary School)5034.1
 15.9%
   3rd Grade Math (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)45.748.1
 2.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Colorado)4140.4
 0.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Green Gables Elementary School)5041.2
 8.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)5653.5
 2.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)4843.8
 4.2%
4th Grade Math (Green Gables Elementary School)40.626.5
 14.1%
   4th Grade Math (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)38.539.9
 1.4%
   4th Grade Math (Colorado)33.632.7
 0.9%
5th Grade Science (Green Gables Elementary School)42.541.9
 0.6%
   5th Grade Science (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)41.641.6
   5th Grade Science (Colorado)35.933.9
 2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Green Gables Elementary School)67.555.8
 11.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)53.655.6
 2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)48.447.8
 0.6%
5th Grade Math (Green Gables Elementary School)57.551.2
 6.3%
   5th Grade Math (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)39.441.7
 2.3%
   5th Grade Math (Colorado)35.736.5
 0.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Green Gables Elementary School)55.546.7
 8.8%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)51.750.8
 0.9%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Colorado)45.843.7
 2.1%
All Grades Math (Green Gables Elementary School)5038
 12%
   All Grades Math (Jefferson County School District No. R-1)39.838.7
 1.1%
   All Grades Math (Colorado)34.732.9
 1.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students219265
 21%
African American27
 250%
American Indian10
 100%
Asian64
 33.3%
Hispanic5176
 49%
Pacific Islander00
White149171
 14.8%
Two or More Races107
 30%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients37.4%38.1%
 0.7%

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Students at Green Gables Elementary School are 65% White, 29% Hispanic, 3% African American, 3% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

Students who attend Green Gables Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Carmody Middle School
High : Bear Creek High School

Green Gables Elementary School ranks 585th of 943 Colorado elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 265 students attended Green Gables Elementary School.


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