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Cory Elementary School

1550 South Steele Street
Denver, CO 80210
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 412 students in grades 1-5, Cory Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 5% in CO
  • : 77% (Top 1%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Cory Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026

School Rankings

Cory Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cory Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (CO)
#21 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
77%
33%
80%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
4%
5%
White
66%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cory Elementary School's ranking?
Cory Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Cory Elementary School often compared to?
Cory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slavens K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Cory Elementary School?
412 students attend Cory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cory Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cory Elementary School?
Cory Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cory Elementary School offer ?
Cory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cory Elementary School part of?
In what neighborhood is Cory Elementary School located?
Cory Elementary School is located in the East neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 77% (Top 1%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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