Serving 231 students in grades 3-5, Lochbuie 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 21% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lochbuie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lochbuie Elementary School's student population of 231 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lochbuie 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 Lochbuie Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1367 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
63%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lochbuie Elementary School's ranking?
Lochbuie Elementary School is ranked #1367 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lochbuie Elementary School often compared to?
Lochbuie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bromley East Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lochbuie Elementary School?
231 students attend Lochbuie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lochbuie Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lochbuie Elementary School?
Lochbuie Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lochbuie Elementary School offer ?
Lochbuie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lochbuie Elementary School part of?
Lochbuie Elementary School is part of Weld County School District Re-3j.
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