At a glance
Reported students
231
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
19.1
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Colorado elementary enrollment
16th percentile
Compared with 1,017 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
466
Columbine Elementary School: 231 reported students.
State peer staffing position
14th percentile
12.1:1 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
- 227
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20.06
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.3:1
What the reported data says about Columbine Elementary School
Columbine Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Longmont. It is one of 54 current school records connected to St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J. NCES reports 231 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,017 elementary schools in Colorado with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 370 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 16th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.1:1, below 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 (84%) and White (11.7%). English learners represent 63% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.7%. 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 Columbine Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 12.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 19.1 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 1.5 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
- 63%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 89.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1.5
- 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
- White11.7%
- Hispanic84%
- Black0.4%
- Asian1.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial2.2%
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 St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Carbon Valley Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08
245 reported students
Indian Peaks Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
214 reported students
Sanborn Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
209 reported students
Lyons Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
255 reported students
St. Vrain Community Montessori School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
260 reported students
Hygiene Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
313 reported students
Public schools near Columbine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Elementary School Elementary · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J | PK–05 | 344 | 0.7 mi |
| Timberline PK-8 Elementary · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J | PK–08 | 762 | 0.8 mi |
| Rocky Mountain Elementary School Elementary · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J | PK–05 | 315 | 1 mi |
| St. Vrain Community Montessori School Elementary · Charter · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J | PK–08 | 260 | 1.3 mi |
| Mountain View Elementary School Elementary · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J | PK–04 | 321 | 1.4 mi |
| Alpine Elementary School Elementary · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J | PK–05 | 388 | 1.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Columbine Elementary School
What grades does Columbine Elementary School serve?
Columbine Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J.
How many students attend Columbine Elementary School?
Columbine Elementary School reported 231 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 16th percentile among 1,017 Colorado elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 227 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Columbine Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 12.1:1, based on 231 students and 19.1 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 Columbine Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Columbine Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Columbine Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
89.2% 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 Columbine Elementary School in?
Columbine Elementary School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J, based in Longmont, CO, which operates 54 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Columbine Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Central Elementary School (0.7 mi), Timberline PK-8 (0.8 mi), Rocky Mountain Elementary School (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.