Centennial Elementary School

Summary:

Centennial Elementary School is a public elementary school in Loveland, Colorado, serving 335 students from pre-kindergarten to 5th grade. The school is part of the Thompson School District R-2j, which is ranked 46 out of 116 school districts in Colorado and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Centennial Elementary School consistently outperforms the Thompson School District and the state of Colorado in CMAS (Colorado Measures of Academic Success) test scores across all grades and subjects. In the 2023-2024 school year, 56.6% of Centennial students were proficient or better in CMAS English Language Arts, compared to 42.9% for the district and 44.1% for the state. In CMAS Math, 45.7% of Centennial students were proficient or better, compared to 33.3% for the district and 34.2% for the state. The school's 5th-grade CMAS Science proficiency rate of 33.9% is also higher than the district (37.3%) and the state (37.9%). However, the school's gifted and talented students perform poorly, ranking 96 out of 110 Colorado elementary schools in this category for the 2018-2019 school year.

Centennial Elementary School has a relatively homogeneous student population, with White students making up over 70% of the student body, in contrast to nearby schools like Winona Elementary (52% White) and Laurene Edmondson Elementary (55.56% White). The school has also seen an increase in the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, from 21.24% in 2021-2022 to 29.55% in 2022-2023, suggesting a growing population of students from lower-income families.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 1555 West 37th Street
       Loveland, CO  80538-2003


(970) 613-5800

District: Thompson School District R-2j

SchoolDigger Rank:
319th of 943 Colorado Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,444 Help


Students who attend Centennial Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Lucile Erwin Middle School
High:    Loveland High School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.9 Help
Number of students:  335

Racial breakdown:

White:
72.5%
Hispanic:
18.2%
Two or more races:
4.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  29.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Centennial Elementary School ranks better than 66.2% of elementary schools in Colorado. It also ranks 6th among 19 ranked elementary schools in the Thompson School District R-2j. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 64.49. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high 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 Centennial Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Thompson School District R-2j.  (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Centennial Elementary School is $16,444, which is the 8th highest among 19 elementary schools in the Thompson School District R-2j.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Centennial Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Centennial Elementary School 319th of 943 Colorado public elementary schools. (See Centennial Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Thompson School District R-2j:

SchoolDigger ranks Thompson School District R-2j 46th of 116 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Centennial Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Centennial Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 74.73 204th 808 74.8%
2005 64.64 319th 823 61.2%
2006 81.43 114th 829 86.2%
2007 69.30 268th 852 68.5%
2008 78.13 160th 849 81.2%
2009 62.64 349th 872 60.0%
2010 67.44 316th 925 65.8%
2011 76.72 203rd 935 78.3%
2012 72.17 258th 935 72.4%
2013 80.37 161st 954 83.1%
2014 68.21 290th 962 69.9%
2015 72.95 218th 938 76.8%
2016 70.59 242nd 914 73.5%
2017 73.31 224th 929 75.9%
2018 70.59 234th 917 74.5%
2019 62.42 340th 965 64.8%
2021 70.24 222nd 710 68.7%
2022 60.86 332nd 921 64.0%
2023 58.11 360th 933 61.4%
2024 64.49 319th 943 66.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Centennial Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 64.36 82nd 332 75.3%
2024 63.19 113th 365 69.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Centennial Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 66.79 196th 690 71.6%
2019 59.82 282nd 758 62.8%
2021 66.88 136th 351 61.3%
2022 50.97 286th 595 51.9%
2023 39.21 386th 642 39.9%
2024 43.83 378th 684 44.7%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Centennial Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 32.28 96th 110 12.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Centennial Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.63 251st 693 63.8%
2019 52.52 328th 764 57.1%
2021 52.32 204th 352 42.0%
2022 52.16 275th 594 53.7%
2023 56.87 262nd 649 59.6%
2024 63.06 239th 683 65.0%
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Rank History for White students at Centennial Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 42.39 343rd 596 42.4%
2021 43.03 198th 288 31.3%
2022 41.77 290th 454 36.1%
2023 39.40 326th 525 37.9%
2024 48.03 285th 539 47.1%
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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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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Open Quote Have never been disappointed by the help from staff here, my daughter has thrived academically and socially and I will absolutely recommend this school. Staff is so personable and friendly.
So thankful for the family atmosphere and the positive outlook and values, as a single parent this school has made such a difference in both mine and my Daughter's life.
Thank you Centennial! Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, September 9, 2016

Open Quote We absolutely love Centennial! Wonderful teachers and students, our kids are very happy to attend this school. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Centennial Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 351 0 5 15 0 n/a n/a 0 371
1989 352 0 4 15 0 n/a n/a 0 371
1990 342 0 4 16 0 n/a n/a 0 362
1991 361 0 5 16 0 n/a n/a 0 382
1992 384 0 8 16 0 n/a n/a 0 408
1993 345 0 7 8 0 n/a n/a 0 360
1994 286 0 5 4 0 n/a n/a 0 295
1995 265 1 4 8 3 n/a n/a 0 281
1996 265 1 4 8 3 n/a n/a 0 281
1997 259 0 3 8 2 n/a n/a 0 272
1998 267 0 9 4 2 n/a n/a 0 282
1999 260 0 10 8 2 n/a n/a 0 280
2000 259 3 11 8 2 n/a n/a 0 283
2001 296 2 12 12 6 n/a n/a 0 328
2002 302 6 11 19 4 n/a n/a 0 342
2003 302 6 11 19 4 n/a n/a 0 342
2004 319 7 11 24 1 n/a n/a 0 362
2005 356 7 10 33 3 n/a n/a 0 409
2006 302 6 6 29 0 n/a n/a 0 343
2007 280 9 2 27 1 n/a n/a 0 319
2008 296 8 3 42 0 n/a n/a 0 349
2009 348 8 5 48 0 n/a n/a 0 409
2010 351 9 2 66 1 n/a n/a 0 429
2011 340 6 4 62 4 0 1 0 417
2012 328 5 4 55 4 0 3 0 399
2013 332 3 3 54 4 0 7 0 403
2014 374 2 5 67 4 0 10 0 462
2015 378 1 4 68 2 0 13 0 466
2016 367 5 5 65 5 0 10 0 457
2017 360 3 5 73 4 0 10 0 455
2018 346 6 3 68 4 0 8 0 435
2019 337 6 5 77 1 1 14 0 441
2020 341 5 1 67 1 2 22 0 439
2021 268 6 3 67 0 2 18 0 364
2022 276 4 8 63 0 2 19 0 372
2023 243 5 8 61 1 2 15 0 335

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 Centennial Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 371 17.7 20.9 n/a
1989 371 16.1 23.0 3.2
1990 362 17.0 21.2 4.1
1991 382 17.1 22.3 3.7
1992 408 17.1 23.8 3.7
1993 360 14.4 25.0 3.6
1994 295 14.3 20.6 4.4
1995 281 14.8 19.0 5
1996 281 14.8 19.0 5
1997 272 15.3 17.8 4
1998 282 15.6 18.1 5
1999 280 14.7 19.0 3.6
2000 283 10.3 27.5 6.7
2001 328 15.5 21.2 6.1
2002 342 20.4 16.8 7.3
2003 342 20.4 16.8 7.3
2004 362 19.7 18.4 12.7
2005 409 19.7 20.8 15.9
2006 343 20.4 16.8 14.6
2007 319 17.3 18.4 15
2008 349 18.3 19.1 17.5
2009 409 18.2 22.5 21.3
2010 429 22.8 18.7 24.2
2011 417 21.9 18.9 28.8
2012 399 19.7 20.2 29.1
2013 403 20.1 20.0 25.8
2014 462 21.0 21.9 25.8
2015 466 25.0 18.6 24
2016 457 23.0 19.8 24.9
2017 455 25.0 18.1 27.7
2018 435 23.6 18.4 28.3
2019 441 24.0 18.3 32
2020 439 25.6 17.1 31
2021 364 23.6 15.3 23.4
2022 372 22.2 16.7 21.2
2023 335 21.0 15.9 29.6

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 Centennial Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 371 17.7 20.9 n/a
1989 371 16.1 23.0 3.2
1990 362 17.0 21.2 4.1
1991 382 17.1 22.3 3.7
1992 408 17.1 23.8 3.7
1993 360 14.4 25.0 3.6
1994 295 14.3 20.6 4.4
1995 281 14.8 19.0 5
1996 281 14.8 19.0 5
1997 272 15.3 17.8 4
1998 282 15.6 18.1 5
1999 280 14.7 19.0 3.6
2000 283 10.3 27.5 6.7
2001 328 15.5 21.2 6.1
2002 342 20.4 16.8 7.3
2003 342 20.4 16.8 7.3
2004 362 19.7 18.4 12.7
2005 409 19.7 20.8 15.9
2006 343 20.4 16.8 14.6
2007 319 17.3 18.4 15
2008 349 18.3 19.1 17.5
2009 409 18.2 22.5 21.3
2010 429 22.8 18.7 24.2
2011 417 21.9 18.9 28.8
2012 399 19.7 20.2 29.1
2013 403 20.1 20.0 25.8
2014 462 21.0 21.9 25.8
2015 466 25.0 18.6 24
2016 457 23.0 19.8 24.9
2017 455 25.0 18.1 27.7
2018 435 23.6 18.4 28.3
2019 441 24.0 18.3 32
2020 439 25.6 17.1 31
2021 364 23.6 15.3 23.4
2022 372 22.2 16.7 21.2
2023 335 21.0 15.9 29.6

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 Centennial Elementary School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $10,443
2020 $12,462
2021 $12,429
2022 $14,993
2023 $16,444

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Centennial Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 340th of 965 Elementary schoolsRanks 360th of 933 Elementary schools
 3.4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Centennial Elementary School)49.345.5
 3.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Thompson School District R-2j)46.139.3
 6.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)41.339.9
 1.4%
3rd Grade Math (Centennial Elementary School)55.750.9
 4.8%
   3rd Grade Math (Thompson School District R-2j)48.242
 6.2%
   3rd Grade Math (Colorado)4140.4
 0.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Centennial Elementary School)49.457.6
 8.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Thompson School District R-2j)5246.2
 5.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)4843.8
 4.2%
4th Grade Math (Centennial Elementary School)35.837.3
 1.5%
   4th Grade Math (Thompson School District R-2j)37.230.7
 6.5%
   4th Grade Math (Colorado)33.632.7
 0.9%
5th Grade Science (Centennial Elementary School)28.640.4
 11.8%
   5th Grade Science (Thompson School District R-2j)35.433.8
 1.6%
   5th Grade Science (Colorado)35.933.9
 2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Centennial Elementary School)62.345.8
 16.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Thompson School District R-2j)49.450.1
 0.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)48.447.8
 0.6%
5th Grade Math (Centennial Elementary School)48.730.5
 18.2%
   5th Grade Math (Thompson School District R-2j)37.733.1
 4.6%
   5th Grade Math (Colorado)35.736.5
 0.8%
All Grades English Language Arts (Centennial Elementary School)53.749.7
 4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Thompson School District R-2j)45.842.4
 3.4%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Colorado)45.843.7
 2.1%
All Grades Math (Centennial Elementary School)46.339.3
 7%
   All Grades Math (Thompson School District R-2j)35.731.2
 4.5%
   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 Students441335
 24%
African American65
 16.7%
American Indian11
Asian58
 60%
Hispanic7761
 20.8%
Pacific Islander12
 100%
White337243
 27.9%
Two or More Races1415
 7.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients32%29.6%
 2.4%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Centennial Elementary School

In the 2022-23 school year, 335 students attended Centennial Elementary School.

Students who attend Centennial Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Lucile Erwin Middle School
High : Loveland High School

Centennial Elementary School ranks 319th of 943 Colorado elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students at Centennial Elementary School are 73% White, 18% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races, 2% Asian, 1% African American.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Colorado Department of Education.

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