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Columbian Elementary School

1202 Bragdon Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81004
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Columbian Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 393 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50% in CO
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Columbian Elementary School's student population of 393 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

Columbian Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbian Elementary School is 0.48, 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)
#1339 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
33%
15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
67%
36%
Black
3%
5%
White
27%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Columbian Elementary School's ranking?
Columbian Elementary School is ranked #1339 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Columbian Elementary School often compared to?
Columbian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bessemer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Columbian Elementary School?
393 students attend Columbian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Columbian Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbian Elementary School?
Columbian Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Columbian Elementary School offer ?
Columbian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbian Elementary School part of?
In what neighborhood is Columbian Elementary School located?
Columbian Elementary School is located in the State Fair neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in State Fair.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Proud to see Columbian still serving the community of Pueblo.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - eligh

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 393 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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