Carlson Elementary School

Carlson Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6
1300 Miner St,  Idaho Springs, CO
Clear Creek School District
4.3
140 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
42%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
11
Full Time Teachers
11
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Math
27.3%
State Average
25%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
51%
Male
49%
White
71%
Two or more races
11.7%
Hispanic
11.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.8%
Black
2.8%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/19/2025
This school is fantastic! The teachers and staff are highly dedicated and committed to student learning and personal growth. It has string ties to the community and values parent involvement. Our experience at Carlson was top notch!
5.0 parent
6/3/2025
My son loved going to this school and he had a couple of favorite teachers - like Margie Marlin. This school has heart and the perfect community feel and I'm grateful my son got to have that experience.
5.0 other
9/2/2020
Great school and great community. The staff is amazing.
5.0 parent
6/8/2019
5 Stars! The school honors each child’s needs and works to support growth and development of all. The enrichment and interventions offered are great because it takes a village not just one teacher

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Carlson Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Idaho Springs, CO, in the Idaho Springs neighborhood, and is served by the Clear Creek School District in Colorado. The school has a total enrollment of 140 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Carlson Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B-. The average home value in this area is $714,695. Discover additional schools in the area, like Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School, Golden View Classical Academy, Watershed School, and more. Learn more about what Idaho Springs has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Carlson Elementary School.

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