At a glance
Reported students
742
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
40
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Colorado elementary enrollment
95th percentile
Compared with 1,017 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
672
Reunion Elementary School: 742 reported students.
State peer staffing position
91st percentile
18.6:1 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
- 727
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Student–teacher ratio
- 17.7:1
What the reported data says about Reunion Elementary School
Reunion Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Commerce City. It is one of 34 current school records connected to School District 27J. NCES reports 742 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 95th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.6:1, 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 White (43.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (41%). English learners represent 8.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.9%. 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 Reunion Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 18.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 40 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 1 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
- 8.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 32.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- 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
- White43.7%
- Hispanic41%
- Black4.6%
- Asian3.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial6.5%
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 School District 27J
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Turnberry Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
742 reported students
Landmark Academy at Reunion
Elementary · Grades KG–08
758 reported students
Foundations Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08
763 reported students
Second Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
697 reported students
Discovery Magnet School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
692 reported students
West Ridge Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
690 reported students
Public schools near Reunion 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landmark Academy at Reunion Elementary · Charter · School District 27J | KG–08 | 758 | 0.7 mi |
| Southlawn Elementary School Elementary · School District 27J | PK–05 | 673 | 1.3 mi |
| Second Creek Elementary School Elementary · School District 27J | PK–05 | 697 | 1.6 mi |
| Turnberry Elementary Elementary · School District 27J | PK–05 | 742 | 2.6 mi |
| John W Thimmig Elementary School Elementary · School District 27J | PK–05 | 531 | 3.5 mi |
| Henderson Elementary School Elementary · School District 27J | PK–05 | 357 | 3.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Reunion Elementary School
What grades does Reunion Elementary School serve?
Reunion Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in School District 27J.
How many students attend Reunion Elementary School?
Reunion Elementary School reported 742 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 95th percentile among 1,017 Colorado elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 727 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Reunion Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 18.6:1, based on 742 students and 40 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 Reunion Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Reunion Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on School District 27J attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Reunion Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
32.1% 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 Reunion Elementary School in?
Reunion Elementary School is part of School District 27J, based in Brighton, CO, which operates 34 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Reunion Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Landmark Academy at Reunion (0.7 mi), Southlawn Elementary School (1.3 mi), Second Creek Elementary School (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.