At a glance
Reported students
424
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
23.63
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Colorado elementary enrollment
63rd percentile
Compared with 1,017 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
374
Olathe Elementary School: 424 reported students.
State peer staffing position
87th percentile
17.9:1 reported; state peer median 15.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 406
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24.65
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.5:1
What the reported data says about Olathe Elementary School
Olathe Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Olathe. It is one of 15 current school records connected to Montrose County School District Re-1J. NCES reports 424 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,017 elementary schools in Colorado with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 370 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 63rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.9:1, above the Colorado median of 15.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (56.6%) and White (42.2%). English learners represent 18% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 19%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Olathe Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 17.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 23.63 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0.88 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 18%
- Students with disabilities
- 19%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 68.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.88
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42.2%
- Hispanic56.6%
- Black0%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Montrose County School District Re-1J
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Cottonwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
394 reported students
Oak Grove Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
374 reported students
Pomona Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
335 reported students
Northside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
327 reported students
Johnson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
531 reported students
Columbine Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
491 reported students
Public schools near Olathe Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olathe Middle/High School High · Montrose County School District Re-1J | 06–12 | 499 | 0.4 mi |
| Delta High School High · Delta County Joint District No. 50 | 09–12 | 626 | 8.9 mi |
| Grand Mesa Choice Academy High · Delta County Joint District No. 50 | 07–12 | 68 | 9.2 mi |
| Lincoln Elementary School Elementary · Delta County Joint District No. 50 | KG–05 | 371 | 9.4 mi |
| Delta Middle School Middle · Delta County Joint District No. 50 | 06–08 | 498 | 9.7 mi |
| Garnet Mesa Elementary School Elementary · Delta County Joint District No. 50 | KG–05 | 488 | 9.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Olathe Elementary School
What grades does Olathe Elementary School serve?
Olathe Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Montrose County School District Re-1J.
How many students attend Olathe Elementary School?
Olathe Elementary School reported 424 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 63rd percentile among 1,017 Colorado elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 406 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Olathe Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 17.9:1, based on 424 students and 23.63 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Colorado median for the same school level is 15.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Olathe Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Olathe Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Montrose County School District Re-1J attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Olathe Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
68.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Olathe Elementary School in?
Olathe Elementary School is part of Montrose County School District Re-1J, based in Montrose, CO, which operates 15 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Olathe Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Olathe Middle/High School (0.4 mi), Delta High School (8.9 mi), Grand Mesa Choice Academy (9.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.